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A study by Finnish researchers confirms that aerosols formed from plant emitted compounds make clouds more reflective, reducing solar radiation reaching the Earth's surface. This natural mechanism can slow down climate warming, with effects becoming stronger as temperature increases.
Researchers at CeMM have developed an eco-friendly process to synthesize organic materials using water instead of toxic solvents, achieving cost savings of up to 25% and improving material properties. The process involves heating molecules in water under pressure to create high-performance materials with unique structures and properties.
Scientists recreated Titan's conditions, studying properties of organic molecules ACN and PCN on the moon's surface. The findings could provide insights into Titan's surface cracking and confirm its mineral composition.
A new air-sampling system developed by researchers can detect an unprecedented range of potentially harmful airborne compounds. The system uses a special badge or pen attached to clothes or placed in a pocket to capture a broad spectrum of volatile organic compounds, allowing for more comprehensive exposure assessments.
A Georgia Tech study found that a hydroxyl radical generator in an office setting generated organic acids and secondary organic aerosols, which can cause health problems. The device was marketed to inactivate pathogens like coronaviruses, but the study highlights the need for further research on its unintended effects.
A new study by a joint Japan/US-based team has developed a machine learning technique that assesses complex organic mixtures using mass spectrometry to reliably classify them as biological or abiological. This approach may help detect extraterrestrial life with a different evolutionary history than Earth-life.
Scientists have discovered that hydroxyapatite, a mineral present in human bones, can efficiently decompose hazardous organic compounds when activated using mechanical stress. This breakthrough could lead to the development of cheap, noble-metal-free catalysts for controlling volatile organic compounds.
Researchers identified pesticide residues at 100 Swiss farms, including all organic fields, with beneficial microbes' abundance negatively impacted by their occurrence. Organic farming strategies avoid synthetic substances, yet pesticides can persist in the soil.
Researchers discovered that secondary organic aerosols can form quickly through oxidation of primary organic aerosols in humid conditions. This process may explain the decrease in secondary organic aerosol concentrations between 2013 and 2018.
Researchers developed a GaN-based MEMS resonator that maintains stability even above 600K by regulating strain caused by heat. This device is highly sensitive, small, and can be integrated with CMOS technology, making it promising for various applications including 5G communication.
Researchers developed a new photodiode that can detect circularly polarized light without a filter, enabling higher sensitivity and miniaturization. This technology has the potential to reveal previously unidentified information about object surfaces, including stress intensity and distribution.
Researchers at Hokkaido University discovered that carbon-carbon covalent bonds can expand and contract flexibly, a new phenomenon that could confer unique properties on organic compounds. The study found that these flexible bonds exhibit reversible expansion and contraction in response to external stimuli.
Researchers have fabricated organic heterostructures with enormous structural diversity and novel optical/electronical properties using polymorphism. These structures exhibit multiple output channels, structure-dependent optical signals, and good optical waveguide performance.
Research shows that concentrations of nicotine and smoking-related volatile organic compounds spike when moviegoers enter a non-smoking theater, equivalent to up to 10 cigarettes of secondhand smoke. The study highlights the need for regulation and warns of the health risks of thirdhand exposure, especially for infants and children.
Researchers have developed a new measuring method to detect sulphur-containing arsenic compounds in rice soils, which have not been accounted for in health assessments. The study identifies the need for further research on the formation and transport of these compounds to assess health risks.
Ultrafine particles (UFPs) formed through photooxidation of organic compounds are a major source of urban pollution. Existing particles inhibit new particle formation, suggesting controlling primary emissions or removing existing particles could worsen pollution.
A new study found that female grape berry moths detect a subset of volatile organic compounds emitted by grapes, as well as nearby plants like gray dogwood and apple trees. The researchers suggest that the moths use these common volatiles to find their target habitat before using other cues to locate specific berries.
Atmospheric chemists are cataloging compounds in indoor air, which can react with others to form new molecules. Indoor emissions come from various sources, including stoves, cleaning products, and people's breath, skin, and personal care products.
Researchers from Drexel University review a decade of studies on the air-purifying effects of potted plants and find that natural ventilation is far more effective at cleaning the air than plants. To compete with building air handling systems, it would take between 10 to 1,000 plants per square meter of floor space.
Researchers developed a new method for detecting volatile organic compounds (VOCs) using miniature quantum cascade lasers. The technique offers sensitive detection of low concentrations of VOCs, improving human health, industrial processes, and ambient air quality.
A new study from Carnegie Mellon University reveals that learning scientific information results in changes in the actual structure of memory-related areas of the brain. The researchers found evidence of microstructural, informational, and network change in the left hippocampus during the learning of organic compounds.
A study by San Francisco State University researchers used satellite data to track oil industry 'flaring', a practice that burns off unwanted natural gas and contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. The study found over 43,000 flares in south Texas, with most associated with fracking operations.
Researchers at the University of Groningen have developed an enzyme-based polymerization method to create a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional polyethylene terephthalate (PET). By using a commercially available enzyme, they successfully produced furan-based copolyesters with improved properties.
Researchers at the University of the Basque Country have successfully encapsulated semiconductor nanocrystals into polymers, improving their optical properties and fluorescence control. The new method enables stable detection in biomedicine and detection of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) with high sensitivity.
A new study found that US tap water contains a mixture of contaminants, including pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and lead, which can harm public health. The researchers detected high levels of lead in 23 samples, exceeding the EPA's zero-lead goal.
A recent study published in Astrobiology found that microbes and organic compounds can survive for a year in space, suggesting interplanetary migration is possible. The Tanpopo mission exposed Deinococcus aetherius to space conditions, measuring key factors like temperature and radiation.
Researchers developed thermally and chemically durable organic frameworks with large surface areas and fluorescence properties. The new materials have wide specific surface areas and can withstand high temperatures and acidic environments.
Researchers at Michigan Technological University studied acetone degradation during advanced oxidation water treatment to understand the formation of chemical byproducts. They found over 200 reactions involved in acetone degradations, highlighting the need for models to predict byproduct production from other chemicals.
Researchers have developed a compact and sensitive nanophotonic system that can identify molecules without conventional spectrometry. The system uses metapixels to generate a unique bar code for each molecule, enabling massive analysis and classification using artificial neural networks.
Researchers developed a novel method to reconstruct ancient climates using organic compounds in sediments and soils. By analyzing these compounds, scientists can gain insights into past environmental conditions and predict changes in regional moisture patterns.
Researchers measured urban nonmethane volatile organic compound flux, finding oxygenated compounds account for a significant portion of unaccounted emissions. Current atmospheric chemistry and climate models may underestimate global anthropogenic NMVOC emissions due to this unexpected large proportion.
Researchers from Hokkaido University discovered that UV-irradiated amorphous ice exhibits liquid-like behavior at extremely low temperature ranges. The ice behaves similarly to a liquid, with a viscosity similar to that of honey or silicic magma, allowing it to facilitate the formation of organic compounds and dust accretion on planets.
Researchers at UBC Okanagan campus have identified molecules in lavender that create antimicrobial and insecticidal compounds, providing a potential solution for controlling fungal growth and pests. This discovery could lead to the development of more environmentally friendly pesticides.
Researchers found that certain house plants are effective at removing specific compounds from the air, including benzene, toluene, and formaldehyde. The study suggests that surrounding oneself with these plants can help combat the negative effects of indoor air pollution.
Researchers at Rice University have created a method for producing extremely pure levoglucosan, an organic compound with potential applications in pharmaceuticals and synthetic chemistry. The team's process is more economical and operationally simpler than existing methods, offering new possibilities for the production of LGA.
A new method for extracting, enriching and identifying chemical warfare agents from oils and organic liquids has been developed, using nanoparticles to capture the chemicals. The method can identify agents at low concentrations, overcomes challenges of detecting water-repellent agents, and has potential to save lives.
Researchers found that organic compounds from trees in pre-industrial times formed aerosols that counteracted greenhouse gas effects. The CLOUD experiment discovered a process where these low-volatility substances efficiently form new particles under atmospheric conditions, even without sulphuric acid.
Researchers discovered six VOCs responsible for bad smells on dirty clothes, which are significantly reduced after washing. The study provides new insights into the impact of washing temperatures and detergents on fabric smell, potentially leading to more environmentally friendly cleaning methods.
Researchers at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution discover that phytoplankton, microscopic plant-like organisms, produce massive amounts of methanol in the ocean, rivaling or exceeding land-based production. This finding challenges previous thinking on oceanic methanol sources and has implications for biofuel applications.
A new University of Colorado Boulder framework screened hundreds of organic chemical compounds used in hydraulic fracturing, identifying 15 as potentially hazardous groundwater contaminants based on their toxicity, mobility, and persistence. The study also predicted that 41 compounds would have 10% or more of their initial concentratio...
Researchers have developed a credit-card-sized gas chromatography platform that can analyze volatile compounds within seconds. The hybrid integrated approach allows for individual components to be miniaturized on separately fabricated chips, increasing the system's portability and throughput.
A study in the Journal of Marketing found that chemical farmers resist converting to organic methods because it challenges their belief systems. Organic farmers, on the other hand, report a sense of joy and renewal through their practice.
New research highlights the erosion of building materials including stone, concrete and steel due to mix of pollutants and organic chemicals in green spaces. Experts recommend investing in green spaces to reduce greenhouse gases, cut pollution exposure and improve mental health benefits.
A non-invasive breath test has been developed to detect lung cancer by analyzing volatile organic compounds in exhaled breath. The device can distinguish between patients with lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), as well as define the stage of any present cancer.
Scientists discovered that oxidized organic compounds play a crucial role in new particle formation and growth. This finding contributes to better understanding of the connection between clouds and climate, shedding light on the complex process of cloud formation.
Scientists have detected extremely low-volatility organic compounds for the first time, contributing to aerosol formation that affects climate and air quality. The discovery may explain discrepancies between observations and theories about volatile organic compound conversion into atmospheric aerosol.
Researchers found that a volatile organic compound emitted by fungi, 1-octen-3-ol, attacks genes responsible for dopamine transport and packaging, leading to Parkinson's-like symptoms in fruit flies. The study suggests a potential link between fungal exposure and the degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons.
Researchers discovered that organic compounds from pollution and forest emissions can increase cloud droplets, making clouds brighter and affecting climate. This effect is significant enough to counteract the uncertainty in pollution's impact on clouds.
Researchers found that high ozone levels interfere with pollinators finding flowers and predator insects finding host plants. Insects rely on volatile organic compounds to detect odors, but ozone degrades these compounds, leading to confusion.
A new compound, diisopropylammonium bromide (DIPAB), has been created as a ferroelectric material with low environmental impact and economical benefits. It can be processed easily from aqueous solution and may replace traditional materials in the production of electronic devices.
A new study finds that bark beetles infesting pine trees can release up to 20 times more VOCs, contributing to haze and air pollution in forested areas. This could harm human health, reduce visibility, and affect climate.
A new study found that beetle-infested pine trees release up to 20 times more VOCs than healthy trees, contributing to haze and air pollution. The research suggests that the bark beetle epidemic could lead to higher monoterpene concentrations in the air, harming human health and impacting climate.
University of Toronto researchers identify a new class of compounds with phthalimido molecular fragments, exhibiting unique electro-chemical properties. These compounds have the potential to execute all three tasks needed for a functional organic solar cell, including absorbing light, moving electrons and transporting holes.
Researchers have developed nano-sized sensors that detect harmful pollutants at lower concentrations and with greater reliability than traditional commercial gas sensors. The new nanowire sensors operate at room temperature, reducing power consumption and enabling more widespread use.
A recent study found that coffee made from capsules contains higher levels of furan, a toxic compound linked to cancer, compared to drip coffee. The levels were highest in espresso and lowest in instant coffee. However, the amounts are still within safe limits for human consumption.
Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a new class of material that shines with phosphorescence in jewel tones. The discovery could lead to cheaper and more efficient display screens, as well as improved organic light-emitting diodes.
Researchers found that naturally raised steers can be produced effectively in either confinement or pasture finishing systems, but require a premium of $110 to justify costs. Pasture finishing is more profitable and results in higher quality grades.
Researchers have identified intrinsic properties of DNA that influence mutation rate, including the impact of CpG content. The study suggests that the co-variation of CpG content and non-CpG mutation rate is a property of the DNA sequence itself.
Researchers at TU Delft have discovered a way to break down harmful by-products in wood waste, enabling the production of biochemicals and biofuels without costly methods. This breakthrough paves the way for using wood waste as a sustainable raw material.
Scientists developed a nondestructive 'sniff' test that analyzes gases emitted from old books and documents, identifying 15 VOCs as markers for paper degradation. This method preserves prized paper-based objects without destroying them.