Silicon-Based Lewis Acids: A Promising Breakthrough in PFAS Chemical Degradation In the realm of environmental protection and remediation, the quest for effective solutions to combat harmful chemicals like per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has been ongoing. Recently, a groundbreaking development has emerged from the laboratories of Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin), where researchers have successfully […]
Goethe University leads new era of PFAS degradation with boron-based catalyst
Goethe University Revolutionizes PFAS Degradation with Boron-Based Catalyst In a groundbreaking development, researchers at Goethe University have created a metal-free catalyst that promises to usher in a new era of PFAS degradation. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have long been a major concern due to their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. The […]
Hot electrons from quantum dots break tough bonds using 99% less energy: Study
Hot Electrons from Quantum Dots Break Tough Bonds Using 99% Less Energy: Study Imagine using just a flicker of sunlight to break stubborn chemical bonds that once required an immense amount of energy. This seemingly futuristic scenario is now a reality, thanks to a groundbreaking study on hot electrons from quantum dots. The study reveals […]