Category: Chemistry

The Periodic Table is often regarded as one of the most important tools in science. It is much more than just a chart of elements; it is a fundamental guide…

In a groundbreaking scientific achievement that borders on science fiction, an international team of scientists led by Northwestern University has, for the first time ever, directly observed a catalytic chemical…

Every time you swallow a pill—whether it’s for pain, infection, or chronic illness—there’s a molecular gatekeeper working behind the scenes that may determine how well that medicine works. It’s called…

Piper longum, commonly known as long pepper, has long been revered in traditional medicine systems around the world, particularly in Chinese medicine, for its healing properties. Mature fruits of this…

The world’s oceans contain an estimated 4.5 billion metric tons of uranium—an amount that could fuel nuclear power plants for thousands of years. Unlike terrestrial uranium mining, which is resource-intensive…

Imagine a world where one tiny injection could provide you with the medication you need for months—or even years—without the hassle of constant doctor visits or remembering to take a…

In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have revealed that Daphne pseudomezereum, commonly known as Onishibari, contains a potent substance capable of inhibiting the replication of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This…

Graphyne, a crystalline form of carbon, represents a novel addition to the family of carbon allotropes alongside well-known materials like diamond and graphite. What sets graphyne apart is its unique…

A groundbreaking method for cooking eggs to achieve optimal texture and nutrition has recently been detailed in Communications Engineering. The technique, called periodic cooking, was developed by Pellegrino Musto and…

Ibogaine, a psychoactive compound derived from the iboga shrub (Tabernanthe iboga) and the voacanga tree (Voacanga africana), has attracted considerable attention in recent years for its potential to treat a…

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have uncovered a promising solution for combating chromium contamination—an environmental issue that poses significant health risks. A special form of biochar, produced by heating…

Every cell in your body, whether it’s a brain cell, skin cell, or liver cell, carries the same genetic information. Yet, despite having the identical genetic sequence, each cell expresses…

Monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) have become cornerstone tools in modern medicine, offering groundbreaking treatments for a wide range of diseases, from cancer and Alzheimer’s disease to autoimmune disorders and infectious conditions.…

In a groundbreaking development in the field of electrocatalysis, scientists have uncovered new insights into how catalysts behave during nitrate reduction, an important process for recycling nitrates into ammonia. This…

When we think of everyday items like car tires, replacement hip joints, and bowling balls, many of them have one thing in common: they’re made from a class of plastics…

In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers at Princeton University’s Stache Lab have found an unexpected superpower in black plastic. The unassuming black plastic lid on your coffee cup—like many other plastic…

Recent research, led by University of Toronto (U of T) researchers in collaboration with Insilico Medicine, has revealed an exciting possibility for revolutionizing the drug discovery process. By combining quantum…

Proteoforms, which are distinct protein molecules arising from a single gene through various modifications, play an essential role in the physiological functions of living organisms. These proteoforms are generated through…

A groundbreaking study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences has introduced a new trimetallic catalyst, composed of nickel (Ni), copper (Cu), and zinc (Zn) nanoparticles supported on…

Ammonia (NH3) is an essential chemical widely used in fertilizers, industrial processes, and as a precursor for many chemicals. The conventional method for producing ammonia, the Haber-Bosch process, has been…