Chemistry

Scientists find way to turn microplastics into valuable graphene

Researchers from James Cook University (JCU) have made an exciting breakthrough that allows them to turn harmful microplastics into graphene, a highly valuable material. This...

Scientists find smarter way to recycle polyurethane in our mattresses

Researchers at Aarhus University have developed an innovative method to recycle polyurethane foam, a common material found in products like mattresses, insulation, and car...

Scientists develop room-temperature technique to print metal oxide circuits

Researchers have developed an innovative method to print thin metal oxide films at room temperature, paving the way for transparent, flexible circuits that are...

New material can measure temperature at the nanoscale

Scientists at the University of California, Irvine have developed a groundbreaking new material that can measure the temperature of objects on an incredibly small...

This new method could separate microplastics from water and speed up blood tests

Researchers at KTH Royal Institute of Technology have developed a faster and more precise method for separating tiny particles in fluids, which could be...

Scientists develop breakthrough technology for green hydrogen production from seawater

Seawater electrolysis, a process that can produce hydrogen from seawater, is a promising way to help the world reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. Hydrogen...

Small chemical change boosts CO₂ capture by 15%

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have discovered that making a small tweak to a chemical process can significantly improve the ability to...

New membrane technology could help recover valuable materials from waste

Critical minerals like lithium and cobalt are essential for powering batteries, electric vehicles, and renewable energy systems. As demand for these materials grows, researchers are...

Engineers develop shape-changing material inspired by classic toys

Inspired by vintage push puppet toys, engineers at UCLA have created a groundbreaking new material that can change its shape and stiffness, opening up...

Scientists create genetically engineered wood to store carbon and cut emissions

Researchers at the University of Maryland have made an exciting breakthrough by genetically modifying poplar trees to produce high-performance wood without the need for...