Petrochemicals – News and Features

A study shows that microparticles delivering CCL2 can inhibit bone loss and enhance repair in mice with periodontal disease. This approach shifts focus from bacteria to immune modulation.

Genome editing of Euglena gracilis led to stable mutants that produced wax esters with shorter carbon chains, giving the esters properties more suitable for use in biofuel.

Oil and gas operations across the United States are emitting more than 6 million tons of methane per year.

Researchers have discovered that microwave heating of Na-ZSM-5 zeolite can efficiently convert waste cooking oil into olefins, a crucial chemical precursor. This method significantly outperforms conventional heating.

Molecular simulations have proffered a new method for processing nanocellulose that reduces energy needs by 21%.

A new study has revealed that mindfulness meditation engages distinct brain mechanisms to reduce pain.

An electrochemical process transforms the byproduct of biodiesel production, enhancing economic viability and environmental benefits.

Researchers have created a catalytic process that efficiently breaks down polyethylene and polypropylene plastics into their monomer building blocks. This advancement could enable a circular economy for plastics.

Researchers develop a patent-pending platform technology that mimics the dual-layer structure of viruses to deliver nucleic acid (NA)-based therapies to targeted cancer cells.

Researchers from UBC developed a portable, low-cost device that accurately measures micro- and nanoplastics in everyday items like disposable cups. The device detects plastic particles as small as 50 nanometers in minutes.