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Led by Julian West, researchers developed a photocatalytic process that uses iron and sulfur catalysts activated by mild blue light to add chlorine atoms to organic molecules. (Source: Rice University)
Precision Chlorination

Rice Chemists Develop Sustainable Chlorine Integration

Chlorine is a quiet hero of modern life, from cleaning pools to crafting essential products like medicines and plastics. Now, Rice University chemists have unveiled a groundbreaking, eco-friendly way to add chlorine to organic molecules using gentle blue light, paving the way for cleaner, more precise, and cost-effective innovations in pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and beyond.

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The harms of smoking and vaping are well-documented, as is their impact on cardiovascular health.  (Source: Pixabay)
Wellness

Vaping to be Included in Next EU Smoking Ban?

The European Society of Cardiology supports the Council Recommendations on smoke- and aerosol-free environments which was debated in the European Parliament. The ESC also highlighted several factors that could convince policymakers to support the Recommendations.

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