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PEF challenges PET to battle
PEF bioplastic could solve some of the problems caused by PET. The lengthy and energy-intensive production process has so far prevented mass production. ETH Zurich researchers have now developed a method that could finally make the PEF marketable.
Alternative to Lindlar catalysts for triple bond reduction
In an international collaboration, the group of Prof. Pérez-Ramírez identified an alternative to Lindlar catalysts for triple bond reduction. The story behind the research on palladium sulfide nanoparticles for alkyne semi-hydrogenation is highlighted in Nature's 'Behind the Paper'.
The D-CHAB welcomes Prof. Bill Morandi
Prof. Bill Morandi started on July 1 as an Associate Professor at the Laboratory of Organic Chemistry. His research focuses on homogeneous catalysis and sustainable chemistry. The D-CHAB wishes Prof. Morandi a warm welcome and a very successful start!