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ResearchArtificial chameleon skin detects seafood spoilage
Supramolecular system changes colour across almost the full visible spectrum
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Automated organic synthesis made easier with capsule-based console
Integrated console to synthesise drug-like molecules requires minimal user input
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Bamboo bats could beat traditional willow at affordable cricket
While bamboo bats break cricket traditions, it might make the sport more accessible to its growing fanbase
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3D-printed ‘digital ivory’ saves antique artworks – and maybe elephants
‘Digory’ will be invaluable for restoration projects, and could help prevent ivory poaching that threatens the survival of wild elephants
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Click chemistry uses endogenous acrolein to activate cancer prodrug
Strategy could reduce chemotherapy side effects by selecting for cancerous cells
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‘Molecular drone’ that carries off atoms points way to speedier atomic control
Phthalocyanine derivative leaves vacancies in surface
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Alkali cations boost carbon dioxide reduction into feedstock chemical
Discovery enables continuous-flow electrolysers with industrial potential
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Elemental analysis of skid marks could connect a car’s tyres to a crime scene
New technique could be a valuable addition to forensic scientists’ toolkit
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AI enantioselectivity predictor set to power computational catalyst screening
Workflow involves mapping a reaction representation onto the activation energy of the stereocontrolling step
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Meteorites show modern Mars’ subsurface has ingredients to support life
Terrestrial chemistry that sustains microbial life deep underground appears to be occurring on the Red Planet too
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First ever triply bridging phosphine glows in two colours when crushed
Copper triangle topped with μ3-bridging phosphorus ligand shows unusual colour-changing mechanochromic luminescence
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Rapidly alternating polarity stars in selective electrochemical reduction
Rapidly fluctuating AC targets specific carbonyl groups in the presence of several reducible groups
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Molecular ‘compass’ traces van der Waals interactions within a zeolite
The tiny device consists of single hydrocarbon molecules trapped in the channels of a zeolite
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Calculations predict first quadruple bond between a transition metal and silicon
Silicon–ruthenium interaction adds to flurry of research on multiple bonds
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Integrated design gives lithium–air battery room to breathe safely
Improved stability and cycling brings battery with highest theoretical energy density closer to market
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Lightest uranium isotope yet reveals nuclear stability secrets
Discovery offers new insight into isotopic stability seen at ‘magic numbers’
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Tri-agonist molecule designed to stimulate immune system crosstalk
Conjugation chemistry connects three different agonists around a triazine core
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Hydrogen bonding explains MOF’s shock-absorption abilities
Combined experiments and simulations provide insights to develop more efficient shock absorbers with commercial applications
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Adding constraints to understand life’s chemical origins
Matt Powner wants to know if there are chemical rules that govern why certain synthetic strategies are embedded in biology
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The whitest white paint ever is also the coolest
New paint formulation that reflects up to 98.1% of sunlight can rival the cooling power of air conditioners
