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Electrochemical Degradation of Nitrogen-Containing Polymers

The natural environment is facing several contaminants including hazardous metals, dyes, medicines, and plastics. In particular, plastics, one of the most sought-after synthetic materials, are widely used in a variety of applications, including electronics, building, and packaging, due to their ease of manufacture and low weight. One novel recycling method that has been introduced as a mild and sustainable technology for processing waste plastic is electrochemistry, particularly when driven by renewable energy sources.

Corrosion-Resistant Soybean Extract Containing Fluoropolymer Coatings

Fluoropolymers, notably poly(vinylidene fluoride-co-hexafluoropropylene) (PH), are rendered to be an excellent choice for superior performance coatings attributed to their exceptional mechanical robustness, thermal resistance, and resistance to chemical attack. However, their low surface energy results in poor adhesion to metal substrates, limiting their application in critical corrosion-resistant systems. To address this challenge, PH was hydroxyl-modified (PHOH) to introduce active functional groups that enhance bonding capabilities.

Preparation, Characterization and Application of Metallic and Bimetallic Nanocatalysts in the Synthesis of Potentially Bioactive Compounds, through Economic and Sustainable Processes

Supported metallic and bimetallic nanocatalysts were synthesized and characterized. They were employed in different steps of the synthesis of a variety of bioactive compounds, taken in place the high atom economy and the sustainability of the process. The recoverability and reusability of the nanocatalysts was studied. The nanocatalyst were used particularly in C-H activation reaction, through a cross dehydrogenative coupling reaction (CDC), to form new C-C and C-heteroatom bonds.

Federal Sustainable Chemistry Strategic Plan: December 2024

Building on the 2023 Sustainable Chemistry landscape report which identified key strategic areas that could accelerate innovation and transition to sustainable chemistry, this new report defines a plan to advance four strategic goals: Discovering More Sustainable Chemistry for Future Solutions; Supporting, Building, and Bridging Sustainable Chemistry for Discovery to Commercialization; Promoting Adoption and Growth of Sustainable Chemistry in Business and Subnational Government and; Creating a 21st Century Federal Service for Sustainable Chemistry. 

Building a roadmap for safer and sustainable material chemistries: Addressing the PFAS problem through informatics and data-driven chemistry

Scientific research increasingly demonstrates that chemicals and materials essential for everyday products threaten natural systems and human health. Transitioning to sustainable, circular, and low-carbon economies depends critically on having safer chemicals available. We propose that materials scientists should also account the impact of the health hazards of chemicals associated with the synthesis, processing, and manufacturing of materials.

ISC3 Sustainable Chemistry SPOTLIGHT 2024

Whether we are aware of it or not, the chemical industry and downstream sectors that use chemicals impact nearly every manufacturing and service sector worldwide and are deeply connected with humanity's way of living. The International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre (ISC3) facilitates the transformation of these sectors towards Sustainable Chemistry as a major contribution to achieving the United Nations SDGs. Sustainable Chemistry addresses the needs of the present without compromising the ecological, social and economic well-being of future generations.

Information event: MSc Sustainable Chemistry - MBA Sustainable Chemistry Management for Working Professionals

We are delighted to invite you to a special online event, which will take place on 17 December 2024, at 17:00 CET, to discover the exciting opportunities offered by Leuphana University's innovative postgraduate programmes in the field of Sustainable Chemistry.

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19th International Conference on Chemistry and the Environment

The 19th International Conference on Chemistry and the Environment Conference Chairs warmly welcome participants to the 19th International Conference on Chemistry and the Environment (ICCE 2025). This prestigious event will be hosted by the Serbian Chemical Society with the support of the University of Belgrade and the University of Novi Sad. More than 450 participants from Europe and around the world are expected.