Articles tagged with Molecular Chemistry
Researchers at the University of Tsukuba successfully grow a Li@C60 film on a copper surface, studying its molecular orbitals and enabling transport of electrons. The new method uses a salt with a larger, less strongly bound anion to form a stable monolayer.
Researchers at Ural Federal University developed a simple method to produce fluorine-containing heterocycles, which are promising building blocks for medicinal chemistry and agrochemistry. The new compounds were found to be highly chemically active and selectively entered into various reactions.
Researchers developed a modular organic molecular system with customizable properties, creating a potent dye that absorbs light in the near-infrared range. The pigments' electronic switchability makes them suitable for studying electron transfer in photosynthesis and as efficient electron-transporting materials.
Researchers at Waseda University have developed a novel mechanism for inducing high-speed bending in thick crystals using the photothermal effect, enabling rapid actuation and simulation. This breakthrough has significant implications for flexible robotics, actuators, and soft robotics.
Researchers at the University of Bologna developed NanoGear, a device consisting of interlocked molecular components that function as a gear. The device exhibits unusual properties, such as 'specific lubrication' in different solvents, which could lead to radical technological innovations.
Scientists developed a new experimental approach to study chemistry at very low temperatures, revealing specific molecular properties and providing more accurate theories. The approach uses laser-excited molecules in the same direction, allowing for a better understanding of molecular interactions.
Scientists at the University of Konstanz have visualized the biochemical processes involved in detecting DNA strand breaks using PARP1, a key enzyme in DNA repair. This study provides important insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying cancer development and aging processes.
A new optical measurement method for radioactive methane has been developed by Juho Karhu, offering a cheaper and more agile alternative to accelerator mass spectrometry. The method uses spectroscopy to measure the absorption of materials at different wavelengths, enabling the detection of low levels of radioactive methane in various a...
The American Chemical Society (ACS) reviewed 2018's top research stories, including machine learning and new solutions for plastic waste. Experts predict key advances in 2019, such as automated chemical synthesis and analysis, and solid-state battery technologies.
University of Oregon researchers used computer simulations to study the evolution of proteins and found that basic physical limitations make uncertainty the norm. The team's findings confirm what many people in the field have observed: unpredictability is universal in biological systems.
Researchers at the University of Luxembourg have redefined the understanding of van der Waals interactions, discovering they can be repulsive in confined spaces. This new paradigm could have implications for pharmaceutical delivery, water desalination and photovoltaic devices.
The National Academy of Sciences has elected 84 new members and 21 foreign associates in recognition of their outstanding contributions to original research. The newly elected members come from various fields, including physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering.
Scientists at Northwestern University have discovered that a mixture of mirror-image molecules can exhibit optical activity when crystallized in the solid state. This finding challenges a long-standing chemical principle and opens up new areas of materials research.
Scientists at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin have developed a new tool to investigate the chemistry of nature using ultrashort laser pulses. The tool allows for insights into electronic and structural dynamics of molecules and molecular complexes, revealing mechanisms of molecular processes on subpicosecond timescales.
The five Neimark Award winners explore biostatistics, molecular plant sciences, and particle astrophysics among other areas. Their research in second language acquisition also sheds light on human cognition.
The emerging science of molecular gastronomy focuses on chemistry and physics techniques in food preparation, transforming the restaurant experience. Key findings include the application of chemical techniques to create novel textures and flavor combinations.
Researchers at NIST study gas-liquid interactions using powerful lasers, observing the rotational dynamics of a molecule bouncing off a liquid surface. They found molecules tend to tumble forward with a 'top spin' motion.
Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago created a theoretical blueprint for assembling a nanoscale propeller with molecule-sized blades. The propeller's efficiency in pumping liquids is highly sensitive to its chemical and biological composition, finding that hydrophobic blades pump more water while hydrophilic blades become ...
Researchers at Virginia Tech have created an LED system that rapidly screens therapeutic molecule designs for binding to diseased tissues' DNA. The innovative technology enables 100 tests per day, accelerating the discovery of promising new drugs.
Virginia Tech researchers have designed supramolecular complexes that can generate pharmaceutical compounds to cleave DNA in tumor cells. These complexes use visible light-induced reactions, which can penetrate tissue and deliver targeted therapy.
Researchers at Virginia Tech are using molecular modeling to help chemistry students better understand molecules and their properties. Students explore specific molecules on the computer before making actual compounds in the lab, resulting in improved student engagement and outcomes.
An international team of experts in chemical education will discuss critical topics, including the effect of educational standards on chemist mobility and government support for chemistry education. The symposium will present the latest developments from various regions and showcase programs for students with varying backgrounds.