Green synthesis and catalysis in organic chemistry represent a pivotal shift towards sustainable laboratory practices by minimising the use of hazardous reagents and reducing waste generation. This ...

A recent study published in Bioinorganic Chemistry and Applications reported a green synthesis method for silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using peel extract from the “Mollar de Elche” variety of ...

Antimicrobial resistance and increasing healthcare costs have inspired researchers to create innovative and effective antimicrobial therapies. Much focus has been placed upon 'nanoparticle-based ...

As the search for sustainability permeates all fields, researchers are turning to a unique organic source for creating antibacterial silver nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) – the humble goji berry. Goji berries ...

The latest short science news items from C&EN. The traditional process for producing ethylene oxide, for example, is to combine ethylene and oxygen at a temperature of 270–290 °C and a pressure of 1–3 ...

Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) are nanoscale particles of gold, typically ranging in size from 1 to 100 nanometers (nm). These nanoparticles exhibit unique physical, chemical, and optical properties that ...

The Heh-Won Chang, Ph.D. Fellowships provide financial support to full-time graduate students conducting research in green chemistry and/or engineering. The Heh-Won Chang Fellowship was established in ...

What are Metal Oxide Nanoparticles? Metal oxide nanoparticles are a class of nanomaterials composed of metal cations bonded to oxygen anions, with particle sizes ranging from 1 to 100 nanometers.