Tandem catalysis by nanocrystals with two distinct metal–metal oxide interfaces could be used for artificial photosynthesis

Two Layers for Artificial Photosynthesis

Restriction to Renewable Feedstock Yields Lifted
Lignin oil yield no longer restricted to 23 % — Over 85 % yield achievable when boric acid capping agent is used

Nanoparticles Increase Biofuel Performance
Addition of alumina nanoparticles can improve the performance and combustion of biodiesel while producing fewer emissions

Solving the Material and Energy Challenges of the Future
Catalysts are used in the production of everything in our modern lives and will play a large role in our future

Cleaner Fuel with MOFs
Cleaner diesel and gasoline could be produced with metal–organic frameworks that remove nitrogen and sulfur contaminants

Invite Japanese Colleagues
Support website to coordinate relief efforts by the scientific community in response to the devastating earthquake and tsunami disaster in Japan

Hydrogen Storage: The Molecular Approach
Bottom-up synthesis of hydrogen storage material gives cluster with lowest H2 desorption temperature to date

Oligopyrroles: Receptors and Chemosensors for Hazardous Materials
Sequestering, removal, detection of hazardous materials: oligopyrroles provide a versatile receptor platform

First Science Slam in Karlsruhe
Falko Brinkmann organized the first Science Slam in Karlsruhe; here he talks about his inspiration and the event

Massive Ozone Loss in the Northern Hemisphere
Ozone-depleted air masses extended from the north pole south leading to higher than normal levels of ultraviolet radiation