Computational methods allow researchers to delve deeper into molecular processes, beyond what can easily be achieved with current experimental techniques.
Chemistry
Stable and functional dyes for imaging living subjects
Scientists have developed a molecular shield that stabilizes near-infrared fluorescent dyes and enhances their functionality.
Smart molecules could be the key to computers with bigger memories
Researchers have discovered a single-molecule “switch” that can act like a transistor and offers the potential to store binary information.
Dissecting molecular vibration
The local vibrational mode theory has raised vibrational spectroscopy to a new level.
Replacing toxins with water in the green production of plastics
Researchers use hot water and pressure to circumvent the need to use toxic chemicals in the production of organic plastics.
Catalyst enables reactions with the help of green light
Chemists from the University of Bonn and the USA use inexpensive and non-hazardous titanium to replace expensive and toxic catalysts.
Access to forbidden rings with autocatalysis
Researchers have developed a new method for creating chains of molecular rings with unparalleled sophistication.
Encoding molecular interactions: Advancing drug design
Researchers from Freie Universität Berlin explore the impact of 3D pharmacophores on drug discovery, as well as recent developments in the field.
Insights into cataract-causing mutations
Researchers studied two important protein mutations that are known to cause cataracts, and hope that their improved understanding will help in future treatment plans.
Making puffer fish toxin in a flask: Total synthesis of tetrodotoxin
Scientists create a new route for the total synthesis of tetrodotoxin, a molecule in puffer fish that has promising medicinal benefits, such as pain relief.
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