A series of Ni-promoted W2C catalysts was prepared and evaluated for the catalytic conversion of cellulose into ethylene glycol

Selective Cellulose Conversion

Bio Spin on Gas Separation
A supported bio-metal organic framework membrane could provide an effective system for separating methane from carbon dioxide

CO2 Sequestration with Amidophosphoranes
Amidophosphoranes containing four-membered rings react rapidly to capture of one and two equivalents of carbon dioxide, respectively

HgII-Selective Fluorescent Indicator
A simple fluorescent indicator that undergoes a new type of reaction only in the presence of Hg(II) developed

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ChemistryViews wishes all its readers a happy Easter and recommends some articles to get you in the Easter spirit

Angewandte Chemie 15/2012: Enlightenment
Overview of the current issue of Angewandte Chemie

Removing As (V) from Water
Cactus mucilage and cactus pectin investigated as low cost material for arsenic removal

New Anode Material for Microbial Fuel Cells
The direct use of a natural 3D architecture in microbial fuel cells (MFCs) is reported for the first time

Consumer Attitudes to Climate Change
How attitudes to climate change differ across the world

New Biocides Legislation – Interview with Jukka Malm
Jukka Malm, European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), talks about the upcoming changes to the biocides legislation