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Simultaneous Detection of Uranium Isotopes, Fluorine Advances Nuclear Nonproliferation Monitoring

Oak Ridge National Laboratory — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 13:30:02 EST

Combining two techniques, analytical chemists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory became the first to detect fluorine and different isotopes of uranium in a single particle at the same time.

Unlocking the Potential of Electrochemical Nitrate Reduction: A New Catalyst Approach

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 09:05:57 EST

In a major step toward sustainable chemistry, scientists have uncovered a new way to significantly boost the electrochemical reduction of nitrate to ammonia through the in-situ evolution of electrocatalysts. This breakthrough provides a cleaner alternative to the traditional ammonia synthesis process and a solution to the critical issue of nitrate pollution in water systems.

Argonne Physicist Honored with 2024 Science Breakthrough of the Year

Argonne National Laboratory — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 12:05:43 EST

The German Falling Walls Foundation is recognizing Argonne physicist Saw Wai Hla for X-ray research that could be widely applied in environmental and medical research and the development of batteries and microelectronic devices.

CRISPR-Cas13: A New Frontier in RNA-Editing with Revolutionary Therapeutic Potential

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:05:49 EST

A new review highlights the potential of CRISPR-Cas13 for RNA-editing therapies. Discussing the advantages of the effector protein Cas13 over Cas9, they report that CRISPR-Cas13 facilitates RNA knockdown, RNA silencing, RNA splicing, RNA-base editing, and translation regulation. CRISPR-Cas13 has diverse applications like virus detection, antivirus vaccines, and personalized therapies. Additionally, they also discuss the role of AI in enabling the realization of the full potential of RNA-editing technologies.

Emily Carter Wins Prestigious Marsha I. Lester Award From American Chemical Society

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 08:30:32 EST

Nominees for the award must be members of the ACS's physical chemistry division. The winner receives the award at the meeting, gives a research presentation, and receives an honorarium. Carter is just the second person to receive this newly established award.

Spinning Artificial Spider Silk Into Next-Generation Medical Materials

American Chemical Society (ACS) — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 08:00:39 EST

Scientists reporting in ACS Nano have made their own version of fake spider silk, but this one consists of proteins and heals wounds instead of haunting hallways. The artificial silk is strong enough to be woven into bandages that helped treat joint injuries and skin lesions in mice.

Potential Indicators of Life on Other Planets Can Be Created in a Lab

University of Colorado Boulder — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 15:05:36 EST

Researchers find certain biosignature molecules may not indicate life is present, contrary to popular thought.

Elam Named as a Fellow of the Electrochemical Society

Argonne National Laboratory — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:05:25 EST

The article provides an overview of Elam's career and achievements on the occasion of his having been named as a Fellow of the Electrochemical Society.

Unlocking the Future of Energy Storage: The Dendrite-Free Potassium Anode

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 08:05:51 EST

Scientists have achieved a monumental breakthrough in the realm of potassium-based batteries by developing a dendrite-free metallic-potassium anode. This innovation stabilizes the anode, which is essential for enhancing battery safety and performance, and could pave the way for more efficient and reliable energy storage solutions.

Juan Jimenez Named Blavatnik Regional Awards Finalist

Brookhaven National Laboratory — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 08:00:00 EST

The Blavatnik Family Foundation and the New York Academy of Sciences have recognized chemical engineer Juan Jimenez as a Finalist in the 2024 Blavatnik Regional Awards for Young Scientists. Jimenez's catalysis science research at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory opens doors for turning climate change-driving gases into industrially useful materials.

In Search of New Microscopy Tools to Observe How Cells Function

University of Utah — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 16:05:55 EST

Two labs at the University of Utah's Department of Chemistry joined forces to improve imaging tools that may soon enable scientists to better observe signaling in functioning cells and other molecular-scale processes central to life.

A Green Chemistry Breakthrough：Sustainable Collagen Extraction from Sardine Bones Using Banana Peel Water Extracts

Chinese Academy of Sciences — Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:05:00 EST

A research team has developed an innovative and sustainable method to extract collagen from sardine bones using water extracts from banana peels, a common agricultural waste in Malaysia.

SMU's Nicolay V. Tsarevsky named American Chemical Society Fellow

Southern Methodist University — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 09:05:24 EST

The American Chemical Society (ACS) has named Nicolay V. Tsarevsky, associate professor of chemistry at SMU, an ACS Fellow at a ceremony held in Denver.

Microbe Dietary Preferences Influence the Effectiveness of Carbon Sequestration in the Deep Ocean

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 08:00:30 EST

A series of seemingly small processes helps carry carbon dioxide from the ocean's surface to the deep sea, where it can be stored away for decades.

Folded or Cut, This Lithium-Sulfur Battery Keeps Going

American Chemical Society (ACS) — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 08:00:00 EST

Researchers reporting in ACS Energy Letters have designed a lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery that features an improved iron sulfide cathode. One prototype remains highly stable over 300 charge-discharge cycles, and another provides power even after being folded or cut.

Osmo Announces Launch of Scientific Advisory Board

Osmo Labs, PBC — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 09:05:03 EST

The digital olfaction company, Osmo, today announced the formation of its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) composed of leading experts in synthetic chemistry, analytical chemistry, artificial intelligence and sensor technology, to help propel the company's olfactory innovation across scent detection, digitization and creation.

FAU Interim Vice President for Research Named Prestigious Fulbright Specialist

Florida Atlantic University — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 08:30:38 EST

The United States Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has selected Gregg Fields, Ph.D., Florida Atlantic University's interim vice president for research, as a Fulbright Specialist Program grantee following a competitive application process.

Biogeochemistry scientists from around the world, led by the ASC's Margenot, publish position paper on tackling "hidden" phosphorus

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:05:22 EST

Andrew Margenot led some of the top biogeochemists from around the world in synthesizing recommendations for measuring phosphorus accumulation in the biosphere.

Three PNNL Researchers Receive DOE Early Career Research Awards

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:05:36 EST

The Department of Energy (DOE) selected Gavin Cornwell, Sneha Couvillion, and Bo Peng of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) to receive 2024 Early Career Research Program awards. The three researchers work in fields that represent major areas of focus for PNNL: Earth science, biology, and chemistry.

Carbohydrate polymers could be a sweet solution for water purification

American Chemical Society (ACS) — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:00:00 EST

Researchers in ACS Central Science report a sugar-like polymer that traps heavy metals within insoluble clumps for easy removal. In proof-of-concept tests, the polymer removed ionic cadmium and lead from river water spiked with these persistent contaminants.

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