Coinciding with the COP26 meeting, leading scientists have released the ten most important new insights on the climate. “The 10 New Insights in Climate Science” series is a horizon scan of the most pressing research findings and emerging scientific insights to help inform immediate and equitable transformations across sectors to preserve a safe and habitable planet.

A research team from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has successfully concocted a novel nanofibre solution that creates thin, see-through air filters that can remove up to 90 % of PM2.5 particles and achieve high air flow of 2.5 times better than conventional air filters. Additionally, this eco-friendly air filter improves natural lighting and visibility while blocking harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.

Researchers at the universities in Stockholm and Lund, in collaboration with researchers from the University of California, have found a new toxin that selectively targets mosquitos. This can lead to innovative and environmentally friendly approaches to reduce malaria.

Many manufacturing processes in the chemical industry are still not sustainable. They are often based directly or indirectly on fossil fuels or result in potentially harmful by-products. Dr. Daniel Siegmund, group leader “Electrocatalysis” at Fraunhofer Umsicht, wants to minimize these disadvantages through innovative electrochemical processes.

Bio-Rad Laboratories launched the Star Bright Ultra Violet 400 Dye, the first in its range of unique fluorescent nanoparticles designed for use with a UV laser in flow cytometry applications.

The latest addition to the portfolio of Trinamix is a portable solution that grants institutions and companies immediate insights into the molecular composition of liquids.

Researchers at the University of Tsukuba have developed a new system for evaporating the water from algae biomass with reusable nanoporous graphene. Their discovery might lead to cheaper, more environmentally friendly biofuels and fine chemicals.

A first-of-its-kind, high-resolution mapping analysis estimates the amounts of nitrogen and pathogens released into coastal ecosystems from human wastewater sources around the world.

A leading biopharmaceutical company has selected Bilfinger to support the development of its new production facility for mRNA (messenger ribonucleic acid)-based active ingredients. Under the terms of the contract, Bilfinger will deliver prefabricated skids i.e. molecular biological reactors as well as build the plant’s process piping systems.

A study, published in Journal of Neuroscience, shows that white matter connectivity, the tissue through which the different areas in the central nervous system communicate, is essential to understand why we like or dislike music. Also, it shows that brain reward structures have to work with perception structures so that people enjoy music.