To mitigate climate change and decrease society’s reliance on fossil resources, the industry must develop new processes to produce fuels and chemicals from renewable resources. A promising route to renewable chemicals is the hydrogenolysis of carbohydrates to ethylene glyco [....] » Read More
Approaches to design, characterization and testing nanocomposite materials for oxygen and hydrogen separation membranes, solid oxide fuel cells and structured catalysts for natural gas and biofuels transformation into syngas are presented. These materials are co [....] » Read More
Industrialization being advanced from the 18th century has improved a lot of material affluence, and has polluted and/or destructed the original quality of nature in the processes of extracting resources from nature, and producing/ distributing/ consuming goods and services. The [....] » Read More
The ubiquitous presence of sp3 C−H bonds in natural feedstock makes them inexpensive, easily accessible, and attractive synthons for the preparation of common and/or complex molecular frameworks in biologically active natural products, pharmaceutics, agrochemicals, and [....] » Read More
Disposal of waste and recycling for waste management. In this circumstance, scientists have done great ventures to transform different wastes into nanomaterials in a different way even focusing on green technology. Different types of nanodrug delivery systems including carbon dot [....] » Read More
NOx emitted from combustion devices pose significant risks to both the environment and human health. Among post-combustion denitrification methods, selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology is the most widely adopted, owing to its high efficiency, technological maturity, and [....] » Read More
Mercury has attracted much attention due to its strong neurotoxicity and bioaccumulation characteristics. In particular, gaseous elemental mercury (Hg0) has become a major focus in pollution control due to its high volatility and low water solubility. Plasma removal method can ef [....] » Read More
In current scenario lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are widely used in mobile electronics, owing to their cycle efficiency, energy density, and superior performance. But the higher demand for LIBs also comes with problems, especially when it comes to dealing with used batteries. It [....] » Read More
Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are known for their unique photoelectric and mechanical properties, but their manufacturing process often requires high thermal energy. This study presents a simple solvothermal method to produce multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) from acetyl ferrocene [....] » Read More
This study investigates the catalytic oxidation of phenol using an iron-supported purified natural illite clay catalyst, focusing on optimizing operational parameters and elucidating the degradation mechanism to achieve high efficiency and minimize environmental impact. The effec [....] » Read More
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, with its incidence steadily rising due to factors such as hepatitis infections and chronic liver disease (Alawyia and Constantinou 2023). Recent advancements in drug delivery systems pre [....] » Read More
Perovskite structure ceramic powders of calcium-doped lanthanum barium titanate, La0.01(Ba1-xCax)0.99 TiO3: LBCT, were prepared by sol-gel process using the destabilization of colloidal solution (DSC) method. BaCO3, CaCO3, La(CH3COO)3, nH2O and Ti[OCH(CH3)2]4 were used as startin [....] » Read More
The mass spectra of titanium, copper, tungsten and some of their oxides are presented. The metals mentioned were used as electrodes in electric discharges in water and air. The spectra were obtained using a time-of-flight spectrometer. In all cases, the measurement accuracy was n [....] » Read More
Far ultraviolet rays are especially harmful to health due to their mutagenic effects; they can cause skin cancer, cataracts, and photochemical pollution. In the future, chemists intend to use it as a weapon to destroy objects. As a result, we must use scientific methods to addres [....] » Read More
Nanoheterostructures based on CdS-Me nanofilms are useful in such modern and topical applications as chemical and biometric sensors, in photo-controlled hydrogen production, in memory devices and in CdS solar cells. Among them nanoheterostructures consisting of metallic and semic [....] » Read More
Title : Application of vanadium and tantalum single-site zeolite catalysts in catalysis
Stanislaw Dzwigaj, Sorbonne University, France
The metal ions well dispersed at zeolite framework are considered to be active sites of catalytic processes. Therefore, the incorporation of these metals into zeolites as isolated tetrahedral sites appears to be the important task. We have earlier shown that the incorporation of [....] » Read More
Title : 30,000 nano implants in humans with no infections, no loosening, and no failures
Thomas J Webster, Interstellar Therapeutics, United States
Implant infection is rising with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control predicting one person every three seconds will die from a bacteria infection by 2050. Nanomedicine is the use of nanomaterials to improve disease prevention, detection, and treatment which has resulted in hundr [....] » Read More
Title : Personalized and precision medicine (PPM) as a unique healthcare model through biodesign-inspired & biotech-driven translational applications and upgraded business marketing to secure the human healthcare and biosafety
Sergey Suchkov, R&D Director of the National Center for Human Photosynthesis, Mexico
Traditionally a disease has been defined by its clinical presentation and observable characteristics, not by the underlying molecular mechanisms, pathways and systems biology-related processes specific to a particular patient (ignoring persons-at-risk). A new systems approach to [....] » Read More
Title : Solar heterogeneous photocatalysis and photochemistry for urban wastewater regeneration and reuse
Isabel Oller Alberola, Plataforma Solar de Almería, Spain
Water scarcity, inadequate sanitation and the socioeconomic gap between urban and rural areas represent significant barriers to sustainable development and promote disparities regarding access to resources, opportunities and basic services. Addressing the world water crisis, conv [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of bed material on syngas quality: Comparison of biomass gasification with different bed materials
Enrico Paris, CREA-IT & DIAEE, Italy
The selection of suitable bed materials in fluidized bed gasification (FBG) plays a crucial role in optimizing the process. Ideal bed materials must balance economic feasibility, thermal resistance, and minimal chemical interaction with biomass. However, the chemical interactions [....] » Read More
Title : Antibody-proteases as translational biomarkers, targets and potential tools of the next step generation as applicable for design-driven personalized and precision medical practice
Sergey Suchkov, R&D Director of the National Center for Human Photosynthesis, Mexico
Biomarkers as being a part of the ligand-receptor tandems have induced an impulse to prompt the development of an upgraded concept of the targeted therapy. So, the identification, impact and implementation of diagnostic, predictive and prognostic biomarkers of the next step gener [....] » Read More
Title : Role of alkali earth metals in tailoring Ni/CeO2 system for efficient ammonia decomposition
Majed Alamoudi, King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia
The global energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by a growing imperative to shift away from traditional fossil fuels. Hydrogen, as an emerging clean energy source, confronts various technical challenges in storage and transportation, notably high cos [....] » Read More
Title : Selective catalytic reduction of NO by C3H6 over Cu(x)Co(y)Ce(z)O oxides derived from LDHs
Yaxin Su, Donghua University, China
Nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from stationary and mobile sources posd a serious threat to human health and the atmosphere air quality. Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology is widely employed to eliminate NOx due to its demonstrated high efficiency in converting NOx to [....] » Read More
Title : Bimetallic catalysts for the hydrogenation of amides: From experimental to data-driven insights
Jorge A Delgado, Syensqo, China
This work evaluates the impact of various parameters on bimetallic catalysts in the hydrogenation of amides to amines, using systematic experimental and data-driven methods. Bimetallic catalysts were synthesized via a sequential wet impregnation approach and tested on the hydroge [....] » Read More
Title : Heterogeneous catalysis: Reaction mechanism and kinetic models
Diya KV, Lovely Professional University, India
Majority of the processes in chemical industries requires the use of catalyst which indirectly contributes to the world GDP. Most of the catalytic processes are heterogeneous in nature which forms the foundation of modern Chemical Engineering. Heterogeneous catalysis plays an imp [....] » Read More
Title : Application of solid waste materials for adsorptive removal of toxic phenol from wastewater to protect environment and also to generate circular economy
Ashanendu Mandal, University of Calcutta, India
This research aims for adsorptive removal of phenol from wastewater by solid waste materials viz. guava tree bark, rice husk, neem leaves, activated carbon from coconut coir, rice husk ash, red mud, clarified sludge from basic oxygen furnace and activated alumina. The characteriz [....] » Read More
Title : Biosorption: A sustainable and practical effective technique for heavy metal reduction
Fatemehsadat Mirmohammadmakki, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Heavy metal pollution from industrial actions, mining, and agriculture poses a severe challenge to environmental health and safety. Toxic elements such as lead, cadmium, nickel, chromium, and mercury accumulate in ecosystems, posing long-term risks to biodiversity and human healt [....] » Read More
Title : The role of hydrogen in sustainable energy solutions
Sajjad Ali, Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia
Hydrogen (H?) technology is rapidly emerging as a cornerstone for achieving global energy sustainability, offering clean solutions for sectors ranging from transportation to industrial applications. This presentation will explore the multifaceted landscape of H? technology, begin [....] » Read More
Title : Computational prediction of an important protein’s structure
Angyang Yu, Central China Normal University, China
ß-lactam enzyme antibiotic is one of the most effective chemotherapy medicine in treating bacteria infection. Inhibitor of metal 2-lactam enzyme is an important topic in clinical medical science during the historic development of antibiotics in the past sixty years since th [....] » Read More
Title : Catalytic esterification for the efficient synthesis of phosphinic dipeptides and their acetylated glucose derivatives
Moaz M Abdou, Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute, Egypt
The successful synthesis of novel phosphinic dipeptides and their acetylated glucose derivatives via an efficient esterification process is reported. Reaction of phosphinic dipeptides with 1,2,3,4-tetra-O-acetyl-β-D-glucopyranose (TGA) afforded carbohydrate-based phosphinic [....] » Read More
Title : A new approach to the exploration and testing of complex chemical compounds using logical-statistical methodology
Rainer Maderthaner, University of Vienna, Austria
Introduction: In the field of chemistry, a simple method, developed for statistical and empirical sciences, makes it possible to determine the probability of previously unknown reactions and to test hypotheses statistically. Propositional logic is a formal language that makes it [....] » Read More
Title : Optimization of Fe3O4 nanoparticles loading on reduced graphene oxide nanosheets for the efficient removal of aqueous p-nitroaniline and Cr(VI)
Sourav Halder, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India
Herein, we demonstrate the hydrothermal synthesis of a Fe3O4 /RGO nanocomposite with an optimized Fe3O4 loading of 27% for the adsorptive removal of 4-nitroaniline (4-NA) and Cr(VI) from wastewater. X-Ray Diffraction and Raman analysis confirm the formation of inverse spinel Fe3O [....] » Read More
Title : Electronic structure engineering of nickel single-atom catalyst by phosphorous for efficient electrocatalytic CO2 reduction reaction in a proton-rich microenvironment
Mengstu Etay Ashebir, Institute of Atomic and Molecular Sciences Academia Sinica, Taiwan
The electrocatalytic carbon dioxide reduction reaction (eCO2RR) in an acidic environment is crucial for mitigating carbonate and bicarbonate formation while enhancing CO2 conversion efficiency. However, the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) often outcompetes eCO2RR in a proton-ri [....] » Read More
Title : Synthesis and evaluation of styrene-based polymeric resin for glycerol acetalization: Effect of crosslinkers on swelling and catalytic performance
William Mendes Godoy, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
This study presents the synthesis and evaluation of a styrene-based polymeric resin crosslinked with 2% TMPTA, compared to the commercial resin Amberlyst 15, which contains 20% of DVB as a crosslinker. The resins were assessed for their catalytic performance in the glycerol aceta [....] » Read More
Title : Micro-wave synthesis of MnO2 for high-performance supercapacitor application
Makhloufi Mohamed Cherif, University of Boumerdes, Algeria
This thesis aims to improve the electrochemical performance of pseudocapacitive materials such as MnO2, for use as active materials in supercapacitors. Manganese dioxide was produced using two processes, hydrothermal and microwave, in order to obtain different structures. A signi [....] » Read More