Recent research has found a new way to make graphene that adds structural defects to improve the performance of the material that could have benefits across a range of applications—from sensors and batteries, to Read More
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Electrical flash method rapidly purifies red mud into strong ceramics,
A team of researchers at Rice University has developed a faster and cleaner method for recovering aluminum and removing toxic metals from bauxite residue, or red mud, which is a hazardous by-product of aluminum production. Read More
The 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded for the development of CRISPR/Cas9, a method also known as “gene scissors,” which enables researchers to better understand how human cells function and stay healthy. Researchers at Read More
New method streamlines detection of carcinogenic compounds in food products
In today’s world, people are increasingly prioritizing their health and well-being, with daily exercises and calorie-tracking apps becoming the new norm. People are therefore interested in incorporating highly nutritious food items such as fruits Read More
Innovative method enables large-scale analysis of metabolites in biological samples
Researchers from the McCullagh Group in Oxford University’s Department of Chemistry have published an innovative method in Nature Protocols that provides comprehensive analysis of metabolites found in cells, tissues and biofluids. Summary Researchers at Read More
Measuring how molecules communicate: New method quantifies partial charges –
An international research team led by the University of Vienna has succeeded in developing a new method to directly measure partial charges in molecules. The results, now published in Nature, provide new insights into molecular Read More
Breeding climate-resilient crop plants: Mapping method reveals key regulatory switches
Natural genetic variation in the genome ensures biodiversity and drives evolution. However, as natural evolutionary processes require millennia, we cannot wait for them to adapt crop plants to the rapidly changing climatic conditions. To safeguard Read More
The immune system is central to identifying and eliminating foreign pathogens that enter the body. The innate and adaptive immune responses work together t Summary The immune system protects the body from harmful invaders. It Read More
Researchers propose new method to identify 'positive tipping points' for
Experts are calling for a global effort to identify “positive tipping points” to accelerate the green transition—and have devised a method to find them. Summary Scientists are advocating for a worldwide initiative to pinpoint “Read More
Low-emission NH₃ production method achieves 5.6-fold increase in yield using
A new method for ammonia synthesis has demonstrated a 5.6-fold increase in yield, offering a promising alternative to traditional, carbon-intensive production processes. The research is published online in Nature Communications. Summary A breakthrough in ammonia Read More