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✨ ✨ We are pleased to invite you to a scientific seminar on "Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): From Synthesis to Applications". The presentation will take place on Tuesday, December 3, at 9:45 AM in the conference room of Riad 3. Abstract: The presentation will cover the synthesis under green conditions of robust scalable MOFs to their potential applications in environment (CO2 capture, removal of VOCs, degradation of NOx), energy (heat reallocation, hydrogen production) and biomedicine (wound healing). Dr Serre will also discuss the impact of synthesis conditions over their defect content as well as technico-economic analysis of their production cost. #acercoe #um6p #seminar

Julia Kalow and the Kalow Lab, along with Heather Kulik at Massachusetts Institute of Technology are advancing the utilization of thioesters as dynamic covalent cross-links in hydrogels. This innovative approach enhances our understanding of thioester behavior in aqueous environments and its potential impact on biomedical materials and environmental sustainability. Thioesters, vital components in biosynthetic pathways, are now harnessed as dynamic covalent cross-links in hydrogels. At physiological pH, transthioesterification enables rapid stress relaxation within seconds. Intramolecular hydrogen bonding drives accelerated exchange, illustrating adjustable stress relaxation without compromising stiffness. #Biochemistry #ResearchInnovation #DynamicHydrogels Read the research ➡ https://lnkd.in/gPahAyxb

First insights into the performance of commercial sodium-ion batteries In the latest publication by the scientific ZSW-team of Thomas Waldmann, in collaboration with the Helmholtz Institute Ulm, we explore two types of early commercialized sodium-ion cells (1.5 Ah 18650 and 3.5 Ah 26700 cells). We examined them in terms of cell chemistry, heating behavior, specific energy, and impedance. These data are discussed in the context of the performance metrics reported for commercial and pilot-line built lithium-ion cells. Our findings indicate that these sodium-ion cells exhibit comparable performance results to those of the lithium-ion cells. Check out the open access paper here: https://lnkd.in/eJv-agih https://lnkd.in/ehZmVEqN #commercialcells #beyondlithium #sodiumionbattery #batteryresearch #ZSW #HIU

#ICIQNews |🍷A study by ICIQ researchers highlight the potential of cucurbit[7]uril to emulate specific aspects of enzymatic catalysis by acting as an “entropy trap”. 🌀The results showed that CB[7] was unique in preorganizing tertiary furfuryl amines in a reactive conformation capable of accelerating their intramolecular Diels-Alder (IMDA) reactions. Read more 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ddECx565 ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) | SOMM Alliance

🔋 Sodium-ion batteries are a promising alternative to lithium-ion ones, and for these devices, the choice of anode material is crucial. That's why CERIC PhD candidate Matej Gabrijelčič, supervisor Alen Vizintin and colleagues investigated the structural changes of hard carbon negative electrodes in Na-ion batteries induced by different carbonization temperatures and insertion of Na+ ions during sodiation. Check out their findings in our latest highlight: https://bit.ly/4fMiJdr

Our latest paper has been published in the prestigious journal ACS Nano (ACS Publications). In this work, we introduce a carefully designed molecular precursor for nickel chalcogenides, enabling water, alcohol, and aldehyde oxidation, alongside an in-depth exploration of the underlying mechanisms using advanced in-situ spectroscopy techniques. This study showcases how a versatile synthetic approach can produce a series of structurally and compositionally similar chalcogenides, unlocking valuable mechanistic insights for their application in electrocatalysis. Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin, UniSysCat - Cluster of Excellence, Technische Universität Berlin

🎉🎉🎉   New Approach for the Detection of Sub-ppm Limonene: An Investigation through Chemoresistive Metal-Oxide Semiconductors   🧑🔬 Arianna Rossi, Elena Spagnoli, Francesco Tralli, Marco Marzocchi, Vincenzo Guidi, and Barbara Fabbri   🏫 Department of Physics and Earth Sciences, University of Ferrara, Sacmi Imola S.C., Olfactory Systems   https://lnkd.in/d5nz8N7U

🔔 Special Issue "#Antimicrobial and #Antioxidant Activity of Nanoparticles" is still open for submission. Edited by Prof. Dr. Brigita Tomšič 3 papers have been published so far. 🔗 More information here:  https://lnkd.in/ePxbwguv Image taken from one of the publications in this Special Issue "Silver-Sulfamethazine-Conjugated β-Cyclodextrin/Dextran-Coated #Magnetic Nanoparticles for #Pathogen Inhibition" https://lnkd.in/edHmnHG7 #callforpapers #nanomaterials #biocompatibility

🚀 Pioneering C1-Biomanufacturing: Harnessing noncanonical redox cofactors to advance synthetic assimilation of one-carbon feedstocks ⚡ 🌱 We’re thrilled to share our latest #openaccess #perspective paper on a cutting-edge topic in #biomanufacturing. Our research, in collaboration with the “Taking Control of Metabolism in Microbial Cell Factories by Applying Noncanonical Redox Cofactors” consortium from NWO (Dutch Research Council), explores the integration of #C1 feedstocks with NCRC-mediated electron circuits. 💡 In this paper, we delve into the potential of NCRCs to revolutionize substrate-to-product conversion #yields in C1-biomanufacturing. Despite the inherent challenges of achieving efficient conversion stoichiometries compared to traditional sugar-based bioprocesses, NCRCs offer a promising solution. We review the state-of-the-art in NCRCs utilization, their synergy with C1-reducing/oxidizing enzymes, and how various NCRCs can modulate #redox #potentials to tackle thermodynamically challenging reactions. 📈 📉 Additionally, we discuss strategies for optimizing #metabolic #networks for NCRCs, including growth-coupled and non-growth-coupled approaches. A stoichiometric model is employed to explore scenarios for converting methanol into lactate using an NCRC-mediated electron circuit. ⚙ 🔬 We hope this manuscript sparks new research directions in C1 utilization, NCRCs, and synthetic metabolism. Huge congratulations to the brilliant team of co-authors: Javier Miguel Hernández Sancho, Maaike Remeijer, Aleksander Kruis, Daniel Volke, Nico Claassens, Caroline E. Paul, Frank Bruggeman, Ruud Weusthuis, and Pablo Ivan Nikel, for insightful contributions in such an exciting topic! 🔗https://lnkd.in/dBUDjFj3 #C1Biomanufacturing #SyntheticBiology #MetabolicEngineering #NCRCs #Sustainability #Research #Innovation

We're excited to share how our Ultra-High Precision Coulometry (UHPC) technology is making a significant impact on the development of Aqueous Organic Redox Flow Batteries at Harvard University. Since 2014, Professor Michael Aziz's group at Harvard has been pioneering research in this area, aiming to overcome challenges such as the degradation of Redox-Active Organic Molecules (RAOMs). Using NOVONIX UHPC Channel Modules, the team has streamlined their testing processes, achieving unprecedented accuracy and reliability. In our blog post, Dr. Eric M Fell, PhD from the Aziz group shares insights on how the UHPC technology has transformed their research approach and accelerated their development timelines. From overcoming previous equipment limitations to enhancing data analysis capabilities, the collaboration between Harvard and #NOVONIX is paving the way for groundbreaking innovations in long-duration energy storage. Curious about the details? Dive into our blog to learn more about this exciting research and how NOVONIX is shaping the future of battery technology. 👉 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eCz_ujsj #NOVONIX #BatteryTechnology #EnergyStorage #ResearchInnovation #AqueousOrganicRedoxFlowBatteries #HarvardUniversity