The 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was conferred upon Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar Yaghi for their groundbreaking contributions to the advancement of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). This honor was expected by the scientific community, considering the significant expansion in MOF research since the 2010s. MOFs are purposefully designed porous substances recognized for their adjustable […]

**Title: Synthetic Hybrid Protein Derived from Insect Saliva Opens New Avenues in Anticoagulant Innovation** A team of researchers, spearheaded by Richard Payne and Joshua Maxwell from the University of Sydney, has achieved a breakthrough in developing a synthetic protein that displays unrivaled binding affinity to thrombin, an enzyme pivotal in blood coagulation. By utilizing peptide […]

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Genius Lab Gear in the United States has finalized testing on prototypes of a lab coat intended for expectant mothers in laboratory environments. Pre-orders are set to commence on 1 November, with global shipping kicking off on 14 November. This effort is aimed at tackling safety and comfort issues faced by pregnant scientists, who frequently […]

**Colossal Blast at Tennessee Munitions Facility: Inquiry Ongoing** On October 10, a catastrophic blast at the Accurate Energetic Systems plant in Tennessee led to the demise of all 16 personnel present, obliterating the facility. The reason behind the occurrence remains unclear, and investigations spearheaded by the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) […]

The assembly of molecules into supramolecular architectures is influenced by various triggers such as light, temperature, pH, and chemical signals. Recently, researchers have found that chemical fuels can induce molecules to self-assemble into alternate structures, depending on the chirality of these fuels. This may help explain the origins of homochirality in life—especially within peptides and […]

In a recent article, two notable chemists, Audrey Moores from McGill University and Vânia Zuin Zeidler from Leuphana University, have expressed apprehensions regarding the application of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) for creating chemistry-related visuals. This encompasses molecular structures, where inaccuracies could adversely affect science education. Their collaborative piece, published in *Nature Reviews Chemistry*, calls for […]

**Fatal Blaze at Bangladeshi Garment Factory and Chemical Store Claims at Least 16 Lives** On October 14, a catastrophic fire erupted at a seven-storey garment factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh, leading to the loss of at least 16 lives and injuring many others. The blaze first ignited on the third level of the building, rapidly spreading […]

NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in California, famous for its pioneering advancements in robotic space exploration, has revealed substantial staff reductions impacting over 10% of its personnel. JPL, known for its crucial contributions in designing and operating all five of NASA’s successful Mars rovers, is engaging in a significant restructuring process due to financial difficulties […]

**UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Introduces Streamlined Fellowship Investment Framework** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has launched a new fellowship investment framework aimed at organizing and aligning fellowship programs, thereby improving efficiency for applicants, award recipients, and the overall administrative workflow. Announced on October 14, the framework is developed based on extensive input from the […]