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Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a groundbreaking porous organic polymer that significantly extends the lifespan of zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs). Traditionally, ZIBs last only a few thousand cycles, but this new technology allows them to endure several hundred thousand cycles. This innovation addresses key issues such as "zinc dendrites" and undesirable side reactions that have hindered ZIB adoption. The polymer, a crystalline 2D porous fluorinated covalent organic framework (TpBD-2F), acts as a protective layer on the ZIB anode, creating nanochannels that facilitate zinc ion flow while repelling water molecules. This breakthrough enhances battery lifespan, stability, and efficiency. The research team has developed a prototype button cell and envisions scalable applications for larger energy storage solutions, which are crucial for renewable energy integration. The findings were published in Advanced Energy Materials. #ZincIonBatteries #BatteryTechnology #RenewableEnergy #SustainableTech #EnergyStorage #CleanEnergy #TechInnovation #PolymerScience #TUM

The ENZYFUNC-project Seminar supported by Aalto University, VTT and Natural Resources Institute Finland / Luonnonvarakeskus will take place on Monday 18th Nov at the Aalto Design Factory ✨ The ENZYFUNC - Enzyme-mediated attachment and detachment of multifunctional and biobased coating aided by digital material design - event will explore recent developments of lignocellulosic multifunctional coatings for textiles and barrier materials. The seminar features enzymatic and chemical pathways to produce hybrid particles and robust barrier coatings using plant materials, including polyphenolics and bark extractives. By combining molecular dynamics simulations and experimental methods, the team has predicted the effect of chemical modification on hydrophobicity and the adhesion of nanoparticles onto cellulosic surfaces. The team also highlights the sustainability of the processes and the safety of the developed materials. 💎 Keynote presenter, Miska Paulorinne, CEO of multiple companies and team leader at LAB University of Applied Sciences, will give his perspective on the commercialization of cellulosic products based on his experience as a start-up founder and advisor. ⏩ Registration by November 4th https://lnkd.in/dZeAPrKZ ⏩ Discover the full agenda here https://lnkd.in/dAr7GaSY #Biotechnology #Project #BioBased #Coatings #Enzymes #Seminar

We are excited to announce the #publication of our latest #research_paper titled "Bismuth-MXene Nanocomposite: A Low-Cost Portable Solution for Zinc (II) Detection in Water for Safer Environmental Monitoring." In this study, we explore the innovative synthesis of a Bismuth-MXene nanocomposite and its application as a highly effective and economical #sensor for detecting Zinc (II) ions in water. This research provides a robust and portable solution for environmental monitoring, ensuring safer water quality management. 🔍 Key Highlights: • Cost-Effective: Utilizes affordable materials for wide accessibility. • High Sensitivity: Detects zinc (II) ions at low concentrations. • Portability: Ideal for on-site and real-time water quality monitoring. • Environmental Impact: Contributes to safer environmental practices and public health. Our findings represent a significant advancement in the field of environmental monitoring and underscore the potential of nanocomposites in developing practical solutions for #global_challenges. We sincerely thanks to Sima Singh for such as nice research work and Stefano Cinti from Department of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II, Italy. We also thanks for to the prestigious mentorship of Assoc. Prof. NUMAN ARSHID and Prof. Mohammad Khalid, (FHEA, FRSC) khalid. Check out the full paper here: https://lnkd.in/gViREVhj #Research #EnvironmentalMonitoring #Nanotechnology #WaterQuality #Innovation #Sustainability #SCEEST #Sunwayuniversity

Happy Birthday, Paul Sabatier (1854–1941) ! 🎉 Today, we honor Paul Sabatier, the French chemist and 1912 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry. 🏅 Major Contributions 🔬 - Sabatier Principle : He established that catalysts work best at moderate levels of adsorption, a principle foundational to modern heterogeneous catalysis and essential in countless industrial processes. - Sabatier Reaction : This reaction, converting carbon dioxide and hydrogen into methane, has become crucial in energy applications, such as CO₂ recycling and space exploration. - Nickel Catalysts : Sabatier's use of nickel as a catalyst opened new pathways for efficient hydrogenation, which became essential in the production of fuels, pharmaceuticals, and polymers. - Hydrogenation Reactions : His research into hydrogenation made it possible to transform unsaturated organic compounds, influencing everything from food science to petrochemicals. #Chemistry #Catalysis #NobelPrize #Hydrogenation #PaulSabatier #GreenChemistry #HappyBirthday

Catalyzing Change: Exploring the Power of Biocatalysts! Stepping into the captivating world of biocatalysis with enthusiasm, fueled by my recent induction into Dr. -Ing Amizon Azizan's inaugural class on the subject! 🌱💡 A biocatalyst is a substance, typically an enzyme, derived from living organisms, which accelerates chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required for the reaction to occur. Enzymes, the most common type of biocatalyst, facilitate specific reactions with high efficiency and specificity, often under mild conditions. Biocatalysis offers several advantages over traditional chemical catalysts, including selectivity, sustainability, and environmental friendliness (Bommarius, 2004). As I delve deeper into this fascinating field, I'm thrilled to share my latest poster project as my first post in LinkedIn, which serves as a visual voyage through the intricate landscape of biocatalysts. Together, we explore the defining characteristics of these biological catalysts, their pivotal roles in driving chemical reactions, and the elegant mechanisms underlying their action, all under the expert guidance of Dr. -Ing Amizon Azizan. From unraveling the secrets of the lock and key model to shedding light on the distinctive features that set biocatalysis apart from traditional chemical catalysis, this poster project is a testament to the multifaceted nature of enzymatic wonders. With every word penned, this poster aim to showcase the diverse applications of biocatalysts across industries, illuminating their potential to revolutionize processes and promote sustainability. Join me on this exhilarating journey as we explore the frontiers of biocatalysis, guided by the expertise of Dr. -Ing Amizon Azizan, and embark on a quest for knowledge and innovation in the realm of green chemistry. #biocatalyst #biocatalysis #bioprocess #chemicalengineering #decarbonization #industry #engineering #reactor #bioreactor #chemistry #Innovation #sustainability #IndustryInsights References: 1. Bommarius, A. S., & Riebel-Bommarius, B. (2004). Biocatalysis: Fundamentals and Applications. John Wiley & Sons. 2. Brown, L. M. (2016). Biocatalysis Versus Chemical Catalysis: A Comparative Study. Journal of Applied Chemistry, 25(4), 78-91. 3. Johnson, A. R. (2018). Catalytic Solutions: Enhancing Processes Across Diverse Industries. Industrial Chemistry Review, 12(3), 102-115. 4. Lehninger, A. L., Nelson, D. L., & Cox, M. M. (2017). Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry. W.H. Freeman and Company. 5. Smith, J. D. (2020). Biocatalysts: Harnessing Nature's Catalysts for Sustainable Chemistry. Journal of Chemical Engineering, 15(3), 102-115. 6. Smith, J. D. (2020). Catalysts: Accelerating Chemical Reactions for Industry. Journal of Chemical Engineering, 20(2), 45-58.

🤝Meet NIMPHEA partner : ICPEES (CNRS and Unistra) The ICPEES is a joint unit between the CNRS and the Université de Strasbourg, focusing on key topics such as catalysis and materials, polymer engineering and molecular chemistry and analytics. In the frame of NIMPHEA, CNRS/Unistra will oversee the development of the core components of the next generation of MEAs, and develop adapted carbon supports (e.g., corrosion resistance, high developed surface, etc.) and active phase (e.g., platinum nanoparticles) for such aim. They will also perform an electrochemical assessment of the electrocatalysts kinetics for the HT-PEMFC anodic and cathodic reactions along with the assessment of the ionomer-H3PO4-electrocatalyst interactions. 🔎More info: https://shorturl.at/jBdYA #MEA #fuelcell #hydrogen Safran Clean Hydrogen Partnership

HIGHLY RANKED AAU RESEARCH IN WATER TECHNOLOGY AND MORE 🔬💧 The world needs clean water – and wastewater is not just waste. For example, it contains numerous minerals and bacteria of great value. Over the past years, researchers from the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Aalborg University, Denmark have taken huge steps in their research, not least in water purification technologies, and five of them are today counted among the most cited in their field worldwide. Examples are professors Per Halkjær Nielsen and Mark van Loosdrecht, who are investigating the potential of producing biopolymers from wastewater bacteria as a substitute for oil-based polymers. Per Halkjær Nielsen and Mark van Loosdrecht are among the researchers from Aalborg University featured in the top 1% on Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers List 2024. Alongside Mads Albertsen, Ary Hoffmann, and Michael Wagner, they represent the standards of research at Aalborg University in areas such as #microbiology, #biology, and #biochemistry. Congratulations to Petar Popovski from Institut for Elektroniske Systemer, AAU, and Henrik Lund and Brian Vad Mathiesen from the Department of Sustainability and Planning, Aalborg University, who also appear on Clarivate's Highly Cited Researchers List 2024 🎉💪! Read about the ranked researchers at Clarivate 👉 https://lnkd.in/d8MjuN-9 #aaudk #videnforverden #dkforsk

#ICIQSeminar | 🙌 Thank you Prof. Conchi O. Ania from CEMHTI - UPR3079 CNRS for delivering a seminar about the photo-electrocatalytic activity of nanoporous carbons   🔆 The use of carbon materials as alternatives to metallic catalysts in photo- and electrocatalytic applications has become an active research area. As explained by Prof. Ania, nanoporous carbons can be used on electrochemical reactions of relevance. (https://lnkd.in/dswrwJ6R) 💠 In photocatalytic applications, nanopore confinement seems to be critical to obtain high photochemical quantum yields in a high number of oxidation and reduction reactions. Perhaps the future of photovoltaics and smart-self-cleaning or photocorrosion coatings is in exploring the use of nanoporous carbons. (https://lnkd.in/dV7rivnY) ☔ Today is the #WorldWaterDay and for that we highlight the use of carbon materials in water treatment presented by Prof. Ania, as the applications beyond degradation of pollutants seen with the European Project Ô: demonstration of planning and technology tools for a circular, integrated and symbiotic use of water. (https://lnkd.in/d258pKZt) 🚰 The use of a fast and simple solid dispersion method to prepare a g-C3N4/MoO3 heterojunction showing enhanced photocatalytic performance for the degradation of a recalcitrant pollutant frequently detected in aqueous environments after sewage treatment. (https://lnkd.in/dbYbnAqc)   🍝 And the use of a carbon containing Cu-based photocatalyst for the degradation of tartrazine an azo-dye commonly found in wastewaters from food industry. A topic of high interest as the concern over the toxicity of azo-dye food additives is increasing. (https://lnkd.in/d4tt2xiR) 🔵Also thanks to our seminar sponsor BASF ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | SOMM Alliance | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST)

New publication alert! 📢 Prof. Ulrich Simon and Dr. Xiaochao Wu collaborated with Prof. Roger Gläser and Dr. Magdalena Jabłońska in Universität Leipzig to investigate a series of Cu containing ZSM-5 zeolite materials, which were synthesized using different organic structure-directing agent (OSDA)-free seeded systems. ✅ The material based on the ZSM-5 seeds reveals a promising catalytic activity in selective catalytic reduction of NOx with NH3 (NH3-SCR-DeNOx), suggesting that the Cu nanoparticles are the main active sites. This study contributes valuable insights into understanding the active sites in zeolite catalysts, offering new knowledge for the design of aftertreatment catalysts. ✨ #aftertreatmentcatalysts #zeolitecatalysts #fuelscience #fuelsciencecenter #fsc #sustainability #propulsionsystems

Imagine a future where industrially-relevant chemical processes are cheaper, cleaner, and greener—not because of a breakthrough material but because of a smart twist on an existing one. Dr Falguni S. from IITGN’s Heterogeneous Catalysis Group is achieving this by unlocking the catalytic potential of geopolymers. With a possible role in fields from pharmaceuticals to environmental cleanup, the research envisions positioning geopolymers as a cheap, versatile, eco-friendly, and accessible alternative to traditional and expensive industrial catalysts, such as zeolites. The research, funded under the Science and Engineering Research Board grant, has completed proof-of-concept studies. Dr Shukla and Mr Mukesh Kumar conducted the experiments under the guidance of Prof Sudhanshu Sharma. You can read more about the research conducted in their labs at https://lnkd.in/gQN_mtPn. #IITGNPostdocs #PostDoc #IITGNResearchers #Geopolymers #GreenCatalysts #SustainableChemistry #IndustrialCatalysis #CleanManufacturing #GreenTech #IndustrialInnovation Sudhanshu Sharma MUKESH KUMAR