Researchers develop an ionic device utilizing redox reactions to achieve a high number of reservoir states, enabling efficient complex nonlinear operations. The device demonstrated remarkable performance in solving second-order nonlinear dynamic equations and predicting future values with low mean square prediction error.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalAdvanced Intelligent Systems·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 3, 2023
Researchers discovered a way to strengthen polymers by introducing weaker bonds, increasing resistance to tearing up to tenfold. The approach doesn't alter other physical properties and can be used to improve the toughness of other materials like rubber.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience·DateJun 22, 2023
Researchers have developed a groundbreaking photonic integrated circuit chip that combines light source, modulator, photodiode, waveguide, and Y-branch splitter on a single substrate. The GaN-on-silicon platform reduces fabrication complexity and cost, enabling compact and high-performing devices.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics Nexus·DateJun 21, 2023
Kolomeisky aims to develop analytical models that quantify the role of heterogeneity in chemical and biological processes. He plans to explore its impact on catalytic reactions, antimicrobial peptides and early cancer development.
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Scientists at POSTECH successfully grow two-dimensional molecular crystals, demonstrating control over exciton interactions. The findings could enable various applications in organic semiconductors and solar power generation.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 13, 2023
Scientists have developed a new dynamic probe to measure electric interactions between molecules and the environment. Using ultrashort terahertz pulses, they mapped the optical absorption of molecules in an external electric field, revealing the strength and dynamics of these forces.
SourceMax Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy (MBI)·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 12, 2023
A team of researchers from China and the UK has developed new ways to optimise the production of solar fuels by creating novel photocatalysts. These photocatalysts, such as titanium dioxide with boron nitride, can absorb more wavelengths of light and produce more hydrogen compared to traditional methods.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalApplied Surface Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 11, 2023
Scientists investigate how salt uptake affects polyester microdroplets' surface potential, turbidity, size, and internal water distribution. The results suggest that microdroplets can selectively partition salt cations, leading to differential coalescence.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalSmall Methods·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 9, 2023
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Researchers from Radboud University have developed a quantum simulator to create artificial molecules resembling real organic ones. This allows for the simulation of complex chemical reactions and properties, paving the way for new materials and technologies.
SourceRadboud University Nijmegen·JournalScience·DateJun 8, 2023
Researchers at ETH Zurich discovered a new method to produce slow electrons through optical excitation, allowing for more efficient chemical reactions. The slow electrons, created by dissolving sodium in ammonia and exposing it to UV light, can be controlled and used to initiate reactions.
SourceETH Zurich·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 5, 2023
Researchers at Ohio State University developed an AI framework called G2 Retro to automatically generate chemical reactions for molecules. The framework was shown to cover a vast range of possible reactions and accurately predict the best synthesis routes, offering more efficient drug design options.
SourceOhio State University·JournalCommunications Chemistry·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMay 30, 2023
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New research from Rice University suggests that ancient microorganisms helped cause massive volcanic events by facilitating the precipitation of minerals in banded iron formations. The study provides insight into processes that could produce habitable exoplanets and reframes scientists' understanding of Earth's early history.
SourceRice University·JournalNature Geoscience·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 25, 2023
Researchers used a multiomics approach to analyze changes in transposable elements after influenza A virus infection, identifying transcription factors contributing to individual responses. The study provides insights into the variable severity of illness among individuals infected with the same virus.
SourceKyoto University·JournalCell Genomics·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 22, 2023
Researchers have engineered bacteria to combine natural enzymatic reactions with the carbene transfer reaction, producing new-to-nature carbon products that can be used in biochemicals and advanced biofuels. This breakthrough could reduce industrial emissions by providing sustainable alternatives to chemical manufacturing processes.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 8, 2023
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Researchers developed a new probe to measure pH levels in cells, revealing a constant conversion rate from endosomes to lysosomes. The probe's ability to track pH changes enables faster diagnosis and potential treatments for lysosomal diseases.
SourceUniversity of Cincinnati·JournalACS Sensors·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 8, 2023
Scientists studied water's interactions with cellulose, discovering it can form layered shells that control chemical reactions and physical properties of the material. The work aims to design better cellulose-based products using water's properties for applications like drug delivery and electronics.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalMatter·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 3, 2023
Researchers have developed enzymes that can efficiently break down plastic, reducing its environmental impact. However, over-reliance on these technologies may not address the root issue of excessive plastic production.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalBiochemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 25, 2023
Researchers have developed a novel photoelectrochemical ultraviolet photodetector that can detect two types of ultraviolet light using a multilayered nanostructure. The detector's performance can be regulated through light intensity and external bias, enabling easy adaptation to environmental changes.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics Nexus·DateApr 18, 2023
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Scientists have developed a method to activate protein functions using brief flashes of light, enabling precise control over when and where chemical reactions occur. This technology has potential uses in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and understanding biological processes.
SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalNature Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 17, 2023
Origin-of-life chemists suggest glyoxylate reaction scenario could have yielded simple sugars without drawbacks of formaldehyde-based reactions. The researchers aim to demonstrate this hypothesis in the laboratory and explore potential commercial applications.
SourceScripps Research Institute·JournalChem·DateApr 13, 2023
Researchers at Hokkaido University and Kyushu University have developed a technique to synthesize potential molecular switches from anthraquinodimethanes (AQDs), a group of overcrowded organic molecules. The synthesized derivatives can stably form twisted and folded isomers, as well as other isomeric forms, in different solvents.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalMaterials Chemistry Frontiers·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 6, 2023
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A new shape-shifting antibiotic has been developed by Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory researchers, offering a potential cure for deadly infections caused by drug-resistant bacteria. The innovative design uses click chemistry to create a molecule with multiple possible configurations, avoiding the development of resistance.
SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 4, 2023
A team led by Professor Yoshihiro Yamazaki from Kyushu University discovered the chemical innerworkings of a perovskite-based electrolyte developed for solid oxide fuel cells. By combining synchrotron radiation analysis, large-scale simulations, machine learning, and thermogravimetric analysis, they found that protons are introduced at...
SourceKyushu University·JournalChemistry of Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2023
Scientists create new 'phase change inks' using nanotechnology to regulate temperature in everyday environments. These innovative materials could transform how we heat and cool buildings, homes, and cars by adjusting radiation absorption based on surroundings, enabling passive climate control.
SourceUniversity of Melbourne·JournalMaterials Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 26, 2023
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have discovered a novel method of harvesting water from naturally occurring sources like fog and dew using organic crystals. The findings hold potential for creating new technologies to utilize aerial humidity, which could combat global water scarcity.
SourceNew York University·JournalNature Chemistry·DateMar 16, 2023
Researchers at Tokyo University of Science used computer simulations to clarify why L-alanine was preferred over D-alanine during primordial RNA aminoacylation reactions. The study revealed that L-amino acid had more electrostatic stability in its transition state, providing a plausible reason for the selective aminoacylation.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalLife·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 16, 2023
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Carolyn R. Bertozzi is being recognized for advancing cancer research through bioorthogonal chemistry and chemical glycobiology. Her work enables targeted interrogations of biological systems, enabling the development of innovative imaging methods and therapeutic approaches.
SourceAmerican Association for Cancer Research·DateMar 15, 2023
Researchers explore biotechnologies that use microbes to extract rare minerals and fuels from wastewater. This innovation has the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by utilizing previously unused resources.
Researchers developed a self-driven lab, AlphaFlow, that uses AI to optimize complex chemical reactions and discover new materials. The system significantly reduces the time needed to develop new chemistries from months to hours.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 15, 2023
Researchers at Ruhr-University Bochum develop a new process using ball mills and light to produce chemical compounds without solvents. This method reduces reaction times by up to 56% and uses 98% less solvent than conventional methods.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 14, 2023
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Scientists at the University of Innsbruck have successfully measured tunneling reactions in molecular chemistry, confirming a precise theoretical model. The experiment used hydrogen and deuterium isotopes to demonstrate the quantum mechanical tunnel effect in a slow ion-molecule reaction.
SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 1, 2023
Channeling ions into grain boundaries in perovskite materials improves the stability and operational performance of perovskite solar cells, paving the way for more efficient and practical solar cell technologies. This breakthrough finding may also inform the development of more efficient energy storage technologies.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 27, 2023
Researchers have developed a new lithium-air battery that uses a solid electrolyte, boosting energy density four times above lithium-ion batteries. The battery can potentially power cars for over a thousand miles on a single charge and is also suitable for domestic airplanes and long-haul trucks.
SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalScience·DateFeb 22, 2023
Scientists at Stockholm University propose a nonlinear spectroscopic technique to investigate coupled nuclear electronic dynamics in photo-excited molecules. This approach allows for the observation of conical intersections, which are 'funnels' connecting different electronic states, and provides insight into non-adiabatic dynamics.
SourceUltrafast Science·JournalUltrafast Science·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 10, 2023
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Research found that cocaine use disorder causes significant gene expression changes in brain regions associated with reward and habit formation, contributing to persistent behavioral abnormalities. The study also identified overlapping molecular changes between cocaine and opioid use disorders, offering potential for targeted treatments.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 10, 2023
A new solid-state crystal growth (SSCG) technique has been developed to manipulate materials' properties by controlling crystallographic orientation. This method allows for large single crystals with desired orientations to be grown easily and inexpensively.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalActa Materialia·DateFeb 9, 2023
Researchers from Osaka University have stabilized atomic carbon for common reaction conditions in organic chemistry, enabling the synthesis of complex drugs in one step. This breakthrough simplifies and lowers the cost of pharmaceutical synthesis.
SourceOsaka University·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 2, 2023
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Researchers developed a new photo-oxidation method to efficiently synthesize pharmaceutical intermediates and polyurethane from perchloroethylene, a common dry cleaning solvent. The method yields high-quality compounds with minimal environmental impact, offering a promising alternative for sustainable chemical recycling.
SourceKobe University·JournalACS Omega·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 31, 2023
Rice University scientists identified a new Diels-Alderase enzyme, CtdP, which catalyzes the Diels-Alder reaction with precise stereochemistry control. This discovery could lead to improved pharmaceutical synthesis and development of more effective drugs.
SourceRice University·JournalNature Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 23, 2023
Scientists at Rice University, Stanford University, and UT Austin have developed a mechanism to generate solvated electrons through plasmon resonance, making it easier to turn light into these clean, zero-byproduct chemicals. This breakthrough could lead to new ways of driving chemical reactions and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
SourceRice University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 18, 2023
Scientists have created a multinetwork polymer that exhibits sensitivity to mechanical forces triggered by solvent swelling, leading to a notable color change. This innovation sheds light on the process of swelling in polymer networks and paves the way for designing stimuli-responsive materials.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 11, 2023
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A University of Houston researcher has developed a method to describe complex systems using the least number of variables possible, reducing complexity from millions to just one. This advancement speeds up science with efficiency and ability to understand and predict natural system behavior.
SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·DateDec 8, 2022
Researchers demonstrate the expanded use of a computational method called AFIR, predicting pericyclic reactions with accurate stereoselectivity based on target product molecule information. The technique successfully handles molecules up to 52 atoms and predicts stereochemistry for reactions that break Woodward-Hoffman rules.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 1, 2022
Researchers found a way to use phthalates in plasticizers as mediator for chemical reaction, allowing for electrochemical recycling without heat. The process reduces hydrochloric acid release and improves efficiency.
SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalNature Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 30, 2022
Researchers have launched five projects to investigate the impact of pollution on UK rivers, which fail to meet good ecological status due to pollutants like chemicals, microplastics, and pharmaceuticals. The projects aim to improve water quality, biodiversity, and resilience to climate change.
A new flow photo-on-demand synthesis system using chloroform as a precursor has been successfully developed by researchers at Kobe University. The system achieves high conversion rates and can synthesize various chemical products continuously in large quantities, offering a safe, inexpensive, and environmentally friendly alternative to...
SourceKobe University·JournalOrganic Process Research & Development·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 22, 2022
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Researchers at the University of Ottawa have discovered that patients with electrolyte abnormalities are twice as likely to be diagnosed with an eating disorder. This study analyzed Ontario health data between 2008 and 2020, identifying a potential preventative treatment for approximately 1 million Canadians.
SourceUniversity of Ottawa·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 16, 2022
Researchers have discovered a new process that uses fuel to control non-living materials, similar to living cells. This breakthrough enables the creation of soft robots that can sense their environment and respond accordingly.
SourceDelft University of Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 10, 2022
Researchers found that fertilizers change the electric field surrounding a flower, affecting bees' ability to navigate and feed. This alteration lasts for up to 25 minutes and can persist beyond a single use of chemicals.
SourceOxford University Press USA·JournalPNAS Nexus·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 9, 2022
Researchers developed an isothermal chemical vapor transport (ICVT) method for growing high-quality monocrystals without temperature gradients. This technique simplifies the growth process and produces crystals with excellent crystallographic quality.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalJournal of Crystal Growth·DateNov 3, 2022
Research found high levels of sweet and fruit-flavour chemicals in 'tobacco-flavoured' e-cigarette liquids, particularly fruity and caramellic flavour chemicals. The study suggests manufacturers are getting around regulations by using these flavour chemicals in products marketed as 'tobacco-flavoured', raising concerns about their safety.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalTobacco Control·TypeObservational study·DateNov 3, 2022
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Enzymatic reactions induce phase separation and autoregulation of enzyme activity, creating dynamic environments for cellular processes. This novel mechanism provides an alternative to traditional understanding of cellular organelle function.
SourceMax Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 27, 2022
A research group at Kobe University has successfully synthesized α-amino acid N-Carboxyanhydrides (NCAs), a crucial precursor for artificial polypeptides, using the photo-on-demand phosgenation method. This new synthesis method eliminates the use of toxic phosgene and is considered safe, inexpensive, and simple.
SourceKobe University·JournalACS Omega·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 27, 2022
Scientists have created a new method to stabilize precious metals as catalysts, enabling efficient use of expensive materials in various applications. The approach involves dispersing metal atoms within nanometer-sized islands of cerium oxide, which provides high surface area and stability.
SourceWashington State University·JournalNature·DateOct 26, 2022
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Researchers find that airborne chemical methyl bromide is a compelling indicator of biological activity on other planets. Its detectability increases around M dwarf stars, making it an attractive target for future missions to search for extraterrestrial life.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·DateOct 11, 2022
Researchers found that the return of radiolarians, a tiny marine organism, helped restore habitable conditions after the massive extinction event. The study suggests that every microorganism plays a vital role in regulating biogeochemical cycles and conservation of the planet.
SourceUniversity of Ottawa·JournalNature Geoscience·DateOct 3, 2022
A team at Nagoya University has created a new type of mechanochromic material, fluorenylidene-acridane (FA), which changes color in response to mechanical pressure. The material's unique properties allow it to be quantitatively analyzed, enabling the measurement of its color change and structural changes with high spatial resolution.
SourceNagoya University·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry C·DateSep 30, 2022
A new study found that dogs can differentiate between breath and sweat samples from people before and after a stress-inducing task with an accuracy of 93.75%. The researchers believe that dogs are able to detect changes in volatile organic compounds produced by humans in response to stress.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 28, 2022
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A team of University of Missouri researchers is working to understand why solid-state lithium-ion batteries struggle with performance issues. They will use a specialized electron microscope and thin film polymer coatings to study the interface between the battery cathode and electrolyte, with the goal of developing an engineered interf...
Scientists at The University of Tokyo's Institute of Industrial Science have developed a novel theory for describing nonlinear dissipative phenomena in a dual geometric space. This work enables the extension of thermodynamics to complex chemical reaction networks, including those involved in living organisms' metabolism and growth.
SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalPhysical Review Research·DateSep 16, 2022