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Cations can improve CO2 reduction on molecular catalysts! In our latest paper, we show how cations (K+, Cs+) increase the selectivity of Co phthalocyanine (CoPc) in a bipolar membrane electrolyzer Online now in Philosophical Transactions A https://lnkd.in/eRbg4YDj UKRI CircularChem Alexander Cowan Eileen Yu Mohammad Danish Khan Surprisingly, cations only led to a small increase in *CO2 binding, which was one of the proposed mechanisms of selectivity enhancement. Instead, the enhancement is due to suppression of H+ transport, observed as higher local pH. Check out the rest of the special issue: ‘Green carbon for the chemical industry of the future’ https://lnkd.in/eUFfkjZa

Graphene Oxide for Tackling Toxic Pollutants In our latest research, we explored the use of graphene oxide (GO) in composite beads for the removal of ethidium bromide (EtBr)—a common pollutant with known toxicity and persistence in the environment. This work has been published in the prestigious Chemical Engineering Journal (I.F = 13.4). The composite beads, made from sodium alginate and graphene oxide (SA/GO), achieved an adsorption capacity of 1171.05 mg/g under optimized conditions. The SA/GO beads demonstrated stability and effectiveness in challenging environments, including high-salt and alkaline conditions. The removal process was driven by electrostatic interactions and the unique layered structure of graphene oxide, which facilitated EtBr adsorption. This study underscores the potential of graphene oxide-based materials for sustainable and efficient environmental remediation solutions. 📄 For more details, you can read the full study here: https://lnkd.in/eYZEiR7t #GrapheneOxide #WaterTreatment #EnvironmentalResearch #AdvancedMaterials #Sustainability #ChemicalEngineering #PollutionControl

📌 Fresh Publication in #Nanomaterials 📜 Carbon Nanodisks Decorated with Guanidinylated Hyperbranched Polyethyleneimine Derivatives as Efficient #Antibacterial Agents       🔗 Read the full paper at: https://lnkd.in/eMhr8uVN

📚#FeaturePaper #HighlyCitedPaper Sm-CeO2/Zeolite Bifunctional Catalyst for Direct and Highly Selective Conversion of #Bioethanol to #Propylene 📑By Dr. Huan Jim, Prof. Changxi Miao, Prof. Yinghong Yue, Dr. Chao Tian, Prof. Weiming Hua and Prof. Zi Gao 👉Read this #article at: https://lnkd.in/dMHyPZ64 In #Section: #Catalytic Materials 👉Find this #section at: https://lnkd.in/d_vkX_dR 📜In #SpecialIssue: Advances in #Technologies for Catalyst Development and Catalyzed Reactions 👉Find this issue at: https://lnkd.in/dqjVQinQ 👐Thank you for your contribution!

𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰-𝟮𝟬𝟯𝟬. 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲: https://lnkd.in/gHsMWXKX The report offers a comprehensive overview of the Carbon Electrodes industry chain development, market status of Industrial Silicon and Ferroalloy in various size ranges, and profiles key enterprises across developed and developing markets. It delves into cutting-edge technologies, patents, applications, and market trends within the Carbon Electrodes sector. Regional analysis highlights steady growth in North America and Europe, spurred by governmental initiatives and rising consumer awareness, while Asia-Pacific, led by China, dominates the global market with strong domestic demand, supportive policies, and robust manufacturing capabilities. Providing a holistic perspective, the report meticulously examines market dynamics, trends, challenges, and opportunities, offering valuable insights for stakeholders. 𝗧𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁. 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗗𝗙: https://lnkd.in/gHsMWXKX *𝗕𝘆 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲: Below 500mm, 500-1000mm, Above 1000mm *𝗕𝘆 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Industrial Silicon, Ferroalloy, Calcium Carbide, Yellow Phosphorus, Others *𝗕𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East & Africa *𝗕𝘆 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀: Showa Denko Carbon, Inc., Tokai Carbon CB, EPM Group Inc. , Hebei Shuntian Biotechnology CO.,LTD, Hebei LianGuan Carbon Electrode Co., Ltd, Jiaozuo DONGXING Carbon electrode Co., ltd., Shanxi SANYUAN Carbon Co., ltd., Orient Carbon Industry Co., Ltd #CarbonElectrodes #ElectrodeTechnology #IndustrialCarbon #ElectrodeInnovation #RenewableEnergy #SustainableIndustry #ManufacturingTech #EnergyEfficiency #GreenTechnology #ElectrodeMarket

Have you explored the latest articles in the new issue of #RSCSustainability? 🌎👀https://lnkd.in/esA_ySSm Discover ground-breaking research driving solutions to global sustainability challenges, including: “Hydrothermal synthesis of ZnZrOx catalysts for CO2 hydrogenation to methanol: the effect of pH on structure and activity” by Issaraporn Rakngam, Gustavo Andrade Silva Alves, Nattawut Osakoo, Jatuporn Wittayakun, Thomas Konegger and Karin Föttinger. The artwork related to the article features on the back cover of Issue 12! Check it out 👇 The catalytic hydrogenation of carbon dioxide into methanol is one of the key strategies for the utilization of captured CO2 . For this reason, the development of stable catalysts such as ZnZrOx has attracted considerable interest. In this paper, ZnZrOx has been produced by a hydrothermal method. Altering the synthesis pH signifi cantly impacts both the structural and catalytic properties of the material. Diff erent reaction selectivity was correlated with the presence of diff erent phases and variations in Zn distribution. https://lnkd.in/eNhhN7dD

This is a new scientific research published in the journal MDPI-Materials that describes the resistance to carbonation and ability to collect carbon dioxide in eco-sustainable mortars made from novel ternary cements with coarse silica fume and limestone filler. Every day, we learn more about eco-sustainable materials that have a lower carbon footprint. #MDPI #Materials #Ecosustanible #ternarycements #IEtcc #CSIC

Check out our new paper in Nature Synthesis! We use peripheral modification of covalently immobilized molecular catalysts to enable efficient CO2 reduction in strong acids: https://lnkd.in/gSD7Ucr9

Yuwei Gu et al. presented their research paper (’High gas barrier properties of novel urea-carbamate functionalized polydimethylsiloxane composites star-crosslinked by graphene oxide’) in the latest issue (Vol. 18, No. 9, pp. 931-941). https://lnkd.in/diCqzvAB #polydimethylsiloxane #carbamateurea #grapheneoxide #gasbarrierproperty #starcrosslinked

There are some really interesting catalysts being developed in this hydrogenation area - with high yields, low temperature operation and good selectivity. Great progress for using CO2.