Physical chemistry – Page 29
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Algorithm decides on chemical compromises when optimising self-driving experiments
Greek mythology inspires machine-learning approach
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2D metal–organic framework layer is magnetic
Chemists prepare the first single layer MOF obtained by mechanical exfoliation
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Observing orbitals solves hydrogen transfer puzzle
Visualising atoms’ wave function lets chemists tell true from indirect hydrogen atom transfer
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First arsenic–germanium double bond made
Scientists use push–pull substitution to synthesise heavy imine
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Oil-infused plastic gives ketchup the slip
Common packaging materials can be given a non-stick coating inspired by pitcher plants
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Valence bond theory probes fundamental nature of hydrogen bonding
New insight reignites covalent versus electrostatics debate
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Machine learning makes light work of hard materials
Algorithm successfully identifies superhard compounds, eliminating the need for lengthy trial and error
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Probability count reveals single atoms under electron microscope
Statistical model removes human bias in finding individual atoms in fuzzy images
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Artificial intelligence seeks out new anticancer drugs
A combination of machine learning methods yields promising results for drug discovery
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Puzzle of why very similar sugars can taste much sweeter than others solved
The sweetest saccharides form the strongest and shortest hydrogen bonds
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Trapped-ion quantum computer does chemistry calculations for the first time
For an accurate quantum simulation, all you need is a few atoms
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AI tool could save on animal tests
Algorithm could also help unravel poisoning or environmental contamination cases
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Nanotube locked inside a porphyrin
Rotaxane-like assembly formed from mechanically interlocked carbon nanotubes and macrocylic porphyrin rings
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AI robot tests, predicts and even discovers reactions that are new to chemistry
Robotic chemist finds four unknown reactions and could speed up the discovery of new chemistry
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Dynamic surfaces can be switched by magnetic fields
Ferrofluid-based surfaces show multiple tuneable properties
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The nanocoatings holding back corrosion
Corrosion is an age-old problem, but some of the latest solutions are distinctly 21st century. Rachel Brazil reports
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Beyond weird: why everything you thought you knew about quantum physics is different
Philip Ball sets himself the task of explaining quantum mechanics
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AI teaches itself to identify materials – and predict new ones too
Neural network trained up on 50,000 crystal structures shows promise rapidly navigating chemical element combinations
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Laser spectroscopy offers first glimpse at nobelium nuclei
Adapted technique offers experimental insights to theorists studying superheavy elements