Laser ablation of coal allows for the synthesis of nano-sized diamonds at ambient conditions
Turning Coal into Nanodiamonds
Quick ID for Nanoparticles
Novel colorimetric sensing array can be used to rapidly identify a wide range of nanoparticles, even at ultra-low concentrations
New Path to Alginate Aerogel
One-pot process uses high-pressure carbon dioxide to produce alginate aerogels
Determine Plant Health with Google Glass
Accurate and non-destructive method to measure chlorophyll concentration in plant leaves
Alternating Polymer Sorts Itself
A linear copolymer assembles itself through host-guest recognition
Making Cisplatin with Microwaves
A quick and convenient microwave-assisted synthesis for the anticancer drug cisplatin
Better Solvents for Peptide Synthesis
Tetrahydrofuran and acetonitrile prove to be more efficient and friendlier solvents for peptide synthesis
Silica Shell for Single Cells
A synthetic peptide catalyzing the formation of protective silica layers on the surface of yeast cells
Print Your 3D Crystal
Easy production of full-color 3D models of X-ray crystal structures
Liquid Crystals for Corrosion Prevention
A hydrocarbon-based discotic liquid crystal can be used as anti-corrosion coating for iron surface against various conditions