Ammonia synthesis by mechanocatalysis in a ball mill
A breakthrough in the fight against hunger, three Nobel Prizes, and 150 million tonnes of annual production—yet still a tricky topic for research: For over 100 years, the chemical industry has been using the Haber-Bosch process to convert atmospher.....»»
Photocatalytic synthesis of arylacetic acid via C=C double bond cleavage with carbon dioxide
Alkenes represent one of the most abundant classes of organic molecules, which are available in bulk quantities from petroleum and renewable resources, with various utilization in agrochemistry, pharmacy, and organic materials. Typically, the transfo.....»»
New method enables synthesis of hundreds of new 2D materials
Materials that are incredibly thin, only a few atoms thick, exhibit unique properties that make them appealing for energy storage, catalysis and water purification. Researchers at Linköping University, Sweden, have now developed a method that enable.....»»
New catalyst accelerates release of hydrogen from ammonia
Germany can probably only meet its demand for climate-friendly hydrogen by imports, for example, from South America or Australia. For such long-distance transport, hydrogen can be converted into ammonia......»»
Materials research explores design rules and synthesis of quantum memory candidates
In the quest to develop quantum computers and networks, there are many components that are fundamentally different than those used today. Like a modern computer, each of these components has different constraints. However, it is currently unclear whi.....»»
Mac Studio, visionOS 2.0, iOS 18, Apple AI: What to expect from Apple for WWDC 2024
Apple will be holding WWDC 2024 in June, showing off its operating system updates and possibly new hardware. Here's what the rumor mill thinks will happen.An Apple Park graphic that promoted WWDC 2023Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference is the comp.....»»
Metal-based electrocatalysts for ammonia electro-oxidation reaction to nitrate/nitrite: Past, present and future
Recently, a research team led by Prof. Ji Liang from Tianjin University, China, systematically introduced the research progress on the preparation of nitrate/nitrite by ammonia electro-oxidation reaction and proposed different strategies to enhance t.....»»
This new Spotify feature is like a Magic 8 Ball for music
Spotify's new Song Psychic feature hopes to answer some of life's burning questions while suggesting music as answers......»»
Towards the selective and energy-efficient synthesis of ethylene via carbon dioxide reduction
The synthesis of carbon-based chemicals via the electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) has become the key objective of numerous recent energy research efforts. While these studies have yielded promising results, enabling the production of.....»»
Stellantis to recall 338,238 Jeep Grand Cherokees in U.S.
NHTSA said the vehicle's upper control arm ball joint and steering knuckle might separate and cause the wheel to fall outward......»»
Review: Coast Runner Desktop CNC Mill
We got to check out this unassuming little machine. the coast runner really has guts and the price isn't too bad either. The post Review: Coast Runner Desktop CNC Mill appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
Heterogeneous copper photocatalysis for production of diverse bioactive compounds
Professor Jian He, from the Department of Chemistry at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), has spearheaded a research endeavor aimed at revolutionizing organic synthesis. His research team has successfully developed a novel heterogeneous copper photoc.....»»
Powering nitrogenases: Researchers find new targets for improving biocatalysts
Nitrogenases are considered promising candidates for the sustainable enzymatic production of ammonia and carbon compounds. Unfortunately, one bottleneck in this complex process, the supply of electrons to the enzymes, has remained a mystery until now.....»»
Researchers reveal how cells regenerate protein factories at the endoplasmic reticulum
The synthesis of proteins in the cell is a key process of life. By this means, the genetic code of the genome is translated into the amino acid sequence of proteins. The process is complex—and has been studied in detail for decades......»»
Stability announces Stable Diffusion 3, a next-gen AI image generator
SD3 may bring DALL-E-like prompt fidelity to an open-weights image-synthesis model. Enlarge / Stable Diffusion 3 generation with the prompt: studio photograph closeup of a chameleon over a black background. (credit: Stability AI).....»»
Compound vital for all life likely played a role in life"s origin, suggests synthesis study
A chemical compound essential to all living things has been synthesized in a lab in conditions that could have occurred on early Earth, suggesting it played a role at the outset of life, finds a new study led by University College London researchers......»»
Solar-driven green synthesis of epoxides
Research published in the journal Science China Chemistry is expected to serve as comprehensive background knowledge and to provide researchers with insight into the recent developments of solar-driven green synthesis of epoxides......»»
Astropad launches improved pen-on-paper iPad upgrade with Rock Paper Pencil v2
Last summer Astropad launched its impressive Rock Paper Pencil kit for iPad that delivers a reusable/removable matte screen protector plus ball point-style Apple Pencil tip for a true pen-on-paper experience. Now the company is out with Rock Paper Pe.....»»
After years of research, an Apple smart ring may be imminent
The rumor mill has fired up again, with a new supply chain report claiming that the "Apple Ring" will arrive sooner, rather than later.Samsung's tease of a smart ring may prompt a similar Apple releaseSamsung's tease of the Galaxy Ring during its Unp.....»»
New synthesis method uses light reaction on a water surface
By forming chemical bonds between atoms, complex molecules such as those needed for medicines, crop protection products, or high-performance materials are prepared using synthetic chemistry. Such synthesis reactions typically require organic solvents.....»»
"Analog uncanny": How this weird and experimental side of TikTok is forging the future of horror
Director Kyle Edward Ball's feature film debut, Skinamarink, achieved unexpected commercial success last year after going viral on TikTok......»»