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Landfills belch toxic ‘forever chemicals’ into the air

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A new method of making diamonds doesn’t require extreme pressure 

Lab-grown diamonds can form at atmospheric pressure in a liquid of gallium, iron, nickel and silicon.

How a sugar acid crucial for life could have formed in interstellar clouds

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NMR spectroscopy method provides faster way to determine chiral structure of molecules

Researchers from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and Voxalytic GmbH have developed a new method that allows, for the first time, the elucidation of the chiral structure of molecules—the exact spatial arrangement ...

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Sustainable energy: Researchers unveil new ways to control light absorption with iron compounds

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RNA folding at low temperatures sheds light on primordial biochemistry

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In a study published in Energy & Environmental Science, researchers from the Interface Science Department at the Fritz Haber Institute have introduced a novel method for converting the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2) ...

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Steering molecular twisting for hydrogen generation

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Chemical chameleon reveals novel pathway for separating rare-earth metals

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Zeolite catalyst method uses microwaves to convert waste cooking oil into useful chemicals

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Green hydrogen: MXenes show talent as catalyst for oxygen evolution reaction

The MXene class of materials has many talents. An international team led by HZB chemist Michelle Browne has now demonstrated that MXenes, properly functionalized, are excellent catalysts for the oxygen evolution reaction ...

Researchers reveal performance boost mechanism in single-atom catalyst for oxygen evolution reaction

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Biomolecules inside living cells can now be seen with infrared light thanks to new method

To accelerate biotechnology innovations, such as the development of lifesaving drug therapies, scientists strive to develop faster, more quantitative and more widely available ways to observe biomolecules in living cells.

New Mo carbide catalysts show high stability and activity in CO₂ conversion

Molybdenum (Mo) carbides, known for their unique electronic and structural properties, are considered promising alternatives to noble metal catalysts in heterogeneous catalysis. However, traditional methods for preparing ...

Theoretical model for multisite alloy catalyst design quantifies active site contributions

Two research teams have developed a novel theoretical model to describe the overall activity of multisite alloy catalysts. In their study published in Journal of the American Chemical Society, they propose a concept of equivalent ...

How a failed switch won the Nobel Prize

In 2016, University of Groningen Professor of Organic Chemistry Ben Feringa and two of his colleagues were awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for having created "the world's tiniest machines." Feringa had built a light-driven ...

A potential new route to super-efficient carbon dioxide reduction: Catalyst offers 800-fold boost

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Supramolecular material able to store compressed hydrogen in a way that is not too heavy

A team of chemists with members from the University of Hong Kong, Northwestern University and Duke University has developed a supramolecular material that can be used to compress hydrogen for storage that is not too heavy. ...

Fluorescent probe reveals action mechanism of serotonin in depression

The correlation between serotonin and depression is highly debated and is relevant for diagnosis, treatment, and drug development. To better study this area, a Chinese team has now developed a fluorescent probe for imaging ...

Nature's own chemistry could help reduce waste and improve health

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Exploring peptide clumping for improved drug and material solutions

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Expanding click chemistry: An eco-friendly conversion process for the synthesis of sulfonyl fluorides

Sulfurous acid detected in gas phase under atmospheric conditions for first time

Porous gas-adsorbing materials reveal hidden softness

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New measurements of gravitational anomaly at low acceleration favor modified gravity, researcher claims

Scientists demonstrate first experimental evidence of non-Hermitian edge burst in photonic quantum walks

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First neutrinos detected at Fermilab short-baseline detector

Thanks to humans, Salish Sea waters are too noisy for resident orcas to hunt successfully

Science fair project leads to new research explaining the glugging effect

Cloud atlas of Mars showcases array of atmospheric phenomena

Streamlining energy regulations on Native American reservations could help alleviate poverty

Study proves transfer of feline coronavirus between domestic and wild cats

Researchers sequence the genome of the spur-thighed tortoise

Summer storms found to be stronger and more frequent over urban areas

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Paleontologists discover fossil birds with teeth had seeds in their stomachs, indicating that they ate fruit

Diagnostic test that combines two technologies with machine learning could lead to new paradigm for at-home testing

How viruses move through insects for transmission of diseases

New Zealand's kākāpō developed different feather colors to evade predatory birds, genome sequencing shows

Study identifies areas of Europe at risk from dengue fever due to spread of Asian tiger mosquito

Unprecedented spin properties revealed in new artificial materials

Researchers explore key interaction sites and pathways in ammonia capture

Mass cytometry barcoding strategy offers a new perspective of non-specific binding

Chemists find new pharmaceutically active substances from billions of newly combined molecules

Depolymerization method achieves exclusive chemical recycling of PET from cloth waste and plastic waste mixtures

Chemists create gel to prevent leaks and boost lithium-ion battery life

Copper-based catalyst paves the way for sustainable ammonia production

Using fungal mycelium as the basis for sustainable products

3D bioprinting materials offer possibility for better bone and soft tissue repair

Scientists develop multifunctional photocatalyst for wastewater treatment

Study combines data and molecular simulations to accelerate drug discovery

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Strong magnetic second harmonic generation effect discovered in two-dimensional CrPS₄ monolayer

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How the butterfly got its pupa: Modeling study traces origins of complete metamorphosis

Iron-doped carbon-based nanoparticles boost cancer treatment with enhanced precision and safety

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Researchers bend DNA strands with light, revealing a new way to study the genome

Experimental nanomedicine delivers chemo drugs directly to tumors in mice

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Continuous enhancement of mobile devices such as smartphones offer new opportunities for using these technologies in inquiry-based learning environments. Inquiry-based learning has followed deductive and inductive forms of inquiry, while the abductive form of inquiry that target the development of higher-order thinking skills such as critical thinking are less prevalent. This study investigated the use of mobile technology in abductive-inquiry based teaching and learning of chemical bonding for grade 11 physical sciences learners in two South African schools. The study employed an explanatory sequential mixed-methods design that entailed first collecting quantitative data and then qualitative data to help explain or elaborate on the quantitative results. Two grade 11 Physical Sciences classes were randomly designated as the experimental and control groups in each of the two different schools. The experimental group in each school experienced activities in a laboratory using mobile technology-enhanced abductive scientific inquiry through the ‘Molecular Workbench’ web-based simulation using a mobile device, while the control group in each school experienced activities in abductive scientific inquiry in a science laboratory without using mobile learning technology. The principal findings indicated that learners within the control group displayed a significant increase in their performance to create a scientifically accurate hypothesis that is the essence of abductive inquiry, whereas for the experimental group there was no significant improvement in their hypothesis generation capacity. However, participants within the experimental group felt that their use of mobile devices created a sense of learner agency amongst themselves, developed their communication skills, made them feel responsible for their own learning, and also made learning scientific concepts more fun as opposed to what they are normally exposed to.

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Science community holds its breath again as consequential US presidential election looms

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When President Joe Biden beat incumbent Donald Trump for the White House nearly four years ago there was relief within the US research community . This election year anxiety among scientists in the US has resurfaced stronger than ever as Trump runs for president once again.

The prevailing sentiment among scientists and research advocates across the country is that another four-year term for Trump would be disastrous. Representatives from research institutions and scientific organisations, as well as many scientists who have previously served in advisory roles to the White House and federal agencies, are concerned by Trump’s record of slashing environmental regulations, instituting immigration policies that made it harder to attract foreign talent, and demonstrating what they describe as a sustained disrespect for the role of science, data and evidence in policymaking. The response from the chemical and pharmaceutical industry is more mixed with some hoping for less regulatory red tape and others concerned by declining regulatory independence . 

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Many scientists are concerned that a second Trump presidency would see research sidelined and defunded

Carolyn Bertozzi , who shared the Nobel prize in chemistry two years ago for her development of bioorthogonal reactions , and fellow chemistry Nobel laureate Caltech chemical engineer Frances Arnold say they have not yet heard of an effort by science laureates to endorse Harris for president, as there was for Biden in September 2020 and Barack Obama before him . But Bertozzi speculates that this might happen closer to the 5 November election.

Geeks for Harris

An open letter of support for Harris is, however, being circulated by leaders of the US science and technology community, dubbed Geeks for Harris . ‘We’re doing this to channel our energy into action, to join our voices together and to elevate our community’s values,’ the letter reads. ‘While others want to take our country backwards, Vice President Harris will take us forward to a future where innovation thrives, democracy remains our backbone and every American has the opportunity to contribute to – and benefit from – scientific and technological progress.’ Among the signatories so far are John Holdren , an environmental and climate scientist who was science adviser to President Obama, and Neal Lane , a physicist who served as science adviser to President Bill Clinton and previously as director of the US National Science Foundation (NSF).

Derek Lowe, a US-based drug discovery chemist and former registered Republican who became an independent in 2016 once it became clear that Trump would be the party’s nominee, is all fired up. ‘The biggest thing in my mind is to make sure that Donald Trump does not get into office and does not cause apocalyptic harm to the country I grew up in,’ he says.

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Kamala Harris is proving to be more popular with scientists

Lowe, a Chemistry World columnist , is concerned that Trump and his affiliates have indicated they want to slash as much as possible in the federal government. ‘The only thing that he would see the NSF or the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for are as sources of pork to fund other things he likes,’ he states. During the last presidential election four years ago, Lowe and his wife were prepared to move abroad if Trump was elected. They did not relocate and have now resumed such discussions but haven’t reached any firm conclusions.

The only thing that saved government support for science during the Trump administration was the fact that Congress refused to pass his proposed cuts John Holdren, science adviser to President Obama

Holdren, currently at Harvard University, calls Trump’s record on science and technology ‘absolutely abysmal’. He says that the former president did everything he could to cut science budgets in virtually every domain except for defence. ‘The only thing that saved government support for science during the Trump administration was the fact that Congress refused to pass his proposed cuts and instead boosted science funding ,’ Holdren notes.

In contrast, Biden’s budget proposals for science agencies aimed higher , but weren’t always realised. Most recently, Biden sought to raise the budgets of most non-defence science agencies in fiscal year 2025, but those boosts were dampened by congressional budget cuts for the previous fiscal year, the American Institute of Physics explains .

Hoping good things continue

Although Harris has not yet published an official platform, based on her previous actions as a senator from California and as vice president, the expectation is that she will continue many of the current administration’s policies.

Research agencies should feel pretty confident that we would see money for research continue to be spent under a President Harris Christine Todd Whitman, Environmental Protection Agency administrator under President George W Bush

‘The budget is not going be good for a long time, but I think her requests are likely to be good for most of the research agencies,’ Lane tells Chemistry World . Christine Todd Whitman , who led the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under former President George W Bush, agrees. She says Harris has always been supportive of legislation to expand R&D. ‘Research agencies should feel pretty confident that we would see money for research continue to be spent under a President Harris,’ Whitman adds.

Under Trump, morale at some federal agencies plummeted, and there was a flood of resignations across key agencies like the EPA . Whitman was disturbed by this mass exodus of scientific and technical expertise. ‘Trump showed a complete disrespect and disregard for science – he cut funding for the EPA considerably, he minimised or grounded the science where he could,’ she says. ‘Morale was in the tank at the EPA because they were being ignored and good science was being pushed aside.’

Holdren and others see signs that Harris would have a forward-thinking science and technology policy. These include her solid support, as vice president, for the Biden administration’s initiatives on climate change and the environment more broadly, as well as her backing of increased funding to address issues of equity in Stem education. As vice president, she has also chaired the National Space Council that advises the White House on the development and implementation of space policy.

Harris’s late mother, Shyamala Gopalan Harris, was a renowned biomedical researcher whose work isolating and characterising the progesterone receptor gene helped revolutionise understanding of breast tissue. She worked at several research institutions, including the University of California, Berkeley, and spent the last decade of her research career at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California. An immigrant from India, she passed away from breast cancer in early 2009.

‘I would expect Harris, given her background and knowledge, to understand how important basic research is,’ Lane says. ‘So, in addition to a priority on medical research – perhaps the National Cancer Institute and the NIH as a whole – I would also expect her to be positive about the work that the NSF is doing.’

Trouble recruiting scientific talent

During Trump’s presidency it took almost two years to appoint a science adviser with the post eventually filled by Kelvin Droeg emeier , a well-respected meteorologist. Droegemeier, who is now special adviser to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s chancellor for science and policy, declined to comment on his experience with Trump or talk about the forthcoming election.

I would expect the China Initiative to come back in another Trump administration – it would be a very politically popular move with his supporters Neal Lane, science adviser to President Bill Clinton

But Holdren, who knew Droegemeier before Trump appointed him, had several conversations with him afterwards and sheds some light on Droegemeier’s experience. ‘He is a capable scientist, but he was handicapped by having essentially no access to Trump,’ Holdren says, suggesting that Droegemeier virtually never met with the president. ‘He was not able to influence Trump on any of the policy issues where science and technology are germane – he had to do what he could below the level of the president.’

Many fear that it would be even harder for Trump to recruit good scientists now. They note the public disrespect shown by Trump and his allies to the US’s foremost infectious diseases expert Anthony Fauci following the Covid-19 pandemic. Fauci, who has advised six US presidents, has faced verbal attacks and harassment from Trump and several Republicans in Congress and reported that he and his family had been the victim of death threats .

By contrast, Lane and others expect Harris to easily recruit qualified scientists because of the enthusiasm for her in that community.

Trump’s foreign policy history

In one of his first official acts as president, Trump issued an executive order restricting visas for people from several predominantly Muslim countries . This led to prominent scientists and academic groups speaking out, noting that US research institutes host many researchers from the targeted nations and warnings that the directive was already harming US science. The policy, which was widely known as the ‘Muslim ban’, remained in place until Biden rescinded it immediately after taking office in January 2021 . During a campaign event in July, Trump vowed to bring back this policy ‘even bigger than before’ if re-elected.

Another of Trump’s programmes that was extremely controversial in the research community, and would likely reappear if he is re-elected, is the China Initiative . He launched the programme in 2018 to counter trade secret theft and economic espionage, but it was widely criticised as racially biased and creating a hostile environment for Chinese researchers at US institutions and those who collaborate with them or host them in their labs.

Biden’s Department of Justice (DOJ) terminated the China Initiative in early 2022  after many of the criminal cases the US government brought against university researchers under the scheme were dismissed . Following a months-long review, the DOJ determined that it was an ill-advised approach.

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Embryonic stem cell research could be threatened by the withdrawal of funding under a second Trump administration, just as it was under Geroge W Bush’s

Lane says the China Initiative did ‘enormous damage’, despite being withdrawn. ‘Our science and technology base is very dependent on young men and women coming from all over the world, especially China, and there are lots of indications that fewer Chinese are coming and increased numbers of China-born scientists in this country who have spent their careers here, are going back,’ he states . ‘I would expect the China Initiative to come back in another Trump administration – it would be a very politically popular move with his supporters.’

A prominent chemist at a large research university in the southern US, who spoke to Chemistry World anonymously, recalls how a researcher in their institution’s chemistry department had years earlier received an offer to collaborate with colleagues in China that was explicitly approved by university higher-ups. However, he faced intimidation and threats once the Trump administration introduced the China Initiative.

‘University administrators turned and went after this chemistry professor and he just packed up everything and went home to China,’ the prominent chemist recounts. They note that the DOJ never actually pursued that researcher, but he fled nevertheless.

Trump’s official platform, Agenda 47 , includes no mention of science or research, except for one reference to modernising the military via investment in ‘cutting-edge research and advanced technologies’. But Project 2025, a conservative blueprint for a second Trump administration published by the Heritage Foundation thinktank, does offer some clues.

Although Trump has distanced himself from Project 2025, several of his former cabinet secretaries helped write the plan or collaborated on it. It states, for example, that the NIH shouldn’t be allowed to fund human embryonic stem cell research and that the agency’s ‘woke policies’ that aim to achieve gender parity at scientific conferences it sponsors should end.

‘Project 2025 should be taken seriously,’ Whitman tells Chemistry World . ‘So many of the people who were part of his administration were part of that plan and are still close to him.’

The pervasive sentiment throughout the research community is that Harris is already part of an administration that values scientific research and is working to reverse the damage sustained under the previous president. ‘The Biden–Harris administration has been rebuilding the strength in science and technology in the US government and there’s no doubt in my mind that this would continue with a Harris presidency,’ Holdren concludes.

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• 1 5 Tips for Writing Chemistry Research Papers
• 2 Chemical Engineering Research Topics
• 3 Organic Сhemistry Research Topics
• 4 Іnorganic Сhemistry Research Topics
• 5 Biomolecular Сhemistry Research Topics
• 6 Analytical Chemistry Research Topics
• 7 Computational Chemistry Research Topics
• 8 Physical Chemistry Research Topics
• 9 Innovative Chemistry Research Topics
• 10 Environmental Chemistry Research Topics
• 11 Green Chemistry Research Topics
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Do you need a topic for your chemistry research paper? Are you unsure of where to start? Don’t worry – we’re here to help. In this post, we’ll go over a series of the best chemistry research paper topics as well as Tips for Writing Chemistry Research Papers on different topics. By the time you finish reading this post, you’ll have plenty of ideas to get started on your next research project!

There are many different subfields of chemistry, so it can be tough to find interesting chemistry topics to write about. If you’re struggling to narrow down your topic, we’ll go over lists of topics in multiple fields of study.

Doing research is important to help scientists learn more about the world around us. By researching different compounds and elements, we can learn more about how they interact with one another and how they can be used to create new products or improve existing ones.

There are many different topics that you can choose to research in chemistry. Here are just a few examples:

• The history of chemistry and how it has evolved over time
• How different chemicals react with one another
• How to create new compounds or improve existing ones
• The role of chemistry in the environment
• The health effects of different chemicals

5 Tips for Writing Chemistry Research Papers

Once you have chosen a topic for your research paper , it is important to follow some tips to ensure that your paper is well-written and accurate. Here are a few tips to get you started:

• Start by doing some background research on your topic. This will help you understand the basics of the topic and give you a good foundation to build your paper on.
• Make sure to cite all of the sources that you use in your paper. This will help to show where you got your information and will also help to add credibility to your work.
• Be sure to proofread your paper before you submit it. This will ensure that there are no errors and that your paper is clear and concise.
• Get help from a tutor or friend if you are struggling with your paper. They may be able to offer helpful advice or feedback.
• Take your time when writing your research paper. This is not a race, and it is important to make sure that you do a good job on your research.

By following these tips, you can be sure that your chemistry research paper will be a success! So what are you waiting for? Let’s go over some of the best research paper topics out there. Choosing a chemistry research topic is just the first step. The complexity of scientific writing can be daunting. For those who need assistance, a professional research paper writer can help you craft a well-researched and clearly articulated paper.

Chemical Engineering Research Topics

Chemical Engineering is a branch of engineering that deals with the design and application of chemical processes. If you’re wondering how to choose a paper topic, here are some ideas to inspire you:

• How to create new alloy compounds or improve existing ones
• The health effects of the food industry chemicals
• Chemical engineering and sustainable development
• The future of chemical engineering
• Chemical engineering and the food industry
• Chemical engineering and the pharmaceutical industry
• Chemical engineering and the cosmetics industry
• Chemical engineering and the petrochemical industry
• Biocompatible materials for drug delivery systems
• Membrane technology in water treatment
• Development of synthetic fibers for industrial use

These are just a few examples – there are many more possibilities out there! So get started on your research today. Who knows what you might discover!

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Organic Сhemistry Research Topics

Organic chemistry is the study of carbon-containing molecules. There are many different organic chemistry research topics that a student could choose to focus on and here are just a few examples of possible research projects in organic chemistry:

• Investigating new methods for synthesizing chiral molecules
• Studying the structure and reactivity of carbon nanotubes
• Investigating metal complexes with organometallic ligands
• Designing benzene derivatives with improved thermal stability
• Exploring new ways to control the stereochemistry of chemical reactions
• Studying the role of enzymes in organic synthesis
• Investigating new strategies for combating drug resistance
• Developing new methods for detecting explosives residues
• Studying the photochemistry of organic molecules
• Studying the behavior of organometallic compounds in biological systems
• Synthetic routes for biodegradable plastics
• Catalysis in organic synthesis
• Development of non-toxic solvents

Іnorganic Сhemistry Research Topics

Inorganic Chemistry is the study of the chemistry of materials that do not contain carbon. Unlike other chemistry research topics, these include elements such as metals, minerals, and inorganic compounds. If you are looking for inorganic chemistry research topics on inorganic chemistry, here are some ideas to get you started:

• How different metals react with one another
• How to create new alloys or improve existing ones
• The role of inorganic chemistry in the environment
• Rare earth elements and their applications in electronics
• Inorganic polymers in construction materials
• Photoluminescent materials for energy conversion
• Inorganic chemistry and sustainable development
• The future of inorganic chemistry
• Inorganic chemistry and the food industry
• Inorganic chemistry and the pharmaceutical industry
• Atomic structure progressive scale grading
• Inorganiс Сhemistry and the cosmetics industry

Biomolecular Сhemistry Research Topics

Biomolecular chemistry is the study of molecules that are important for life. These molecules can be found in all living things, from tiny bacteria to the largest animals. Researchers who work in this field use a variety of techniques to learn more about how these molecules function and how they interact with each other.

If you are looking for essential biomolecular chemistry research topics, here are some ideas to get you started:

• The structure and function of DNA
• Lipidomics and its applications in disease diagnostics
• The structure and function of proteins
• The role of carbohydrates in the body
• The role of lipids in the body
• How enzymes work
• Protein engineering for therapeutic applications
• The role of biochemistry in heart disease
• Cyanides and their effect on the body
• The role of biochemistry in cancer treatment
• The role of biochemistry in Parkison’s disease treatment
• The role of biochemistry in the immune system
• Carbohydrate-based vaccines

The possibilities are endless for someone willing to dedicate some time to research.

Analytical Chemistry Research Topics

Analytical Chemistry is a type of chemistry that helps scientists figure out what something is made of. This can be done through a variety of methods, such as spectroscopy or chromatography. If you are looking for research topics, here are some ideas to get you started:

• How food chemicals react with one another
• Mass spectrometry
• Microplastics detection in marine environments
• Development of sensors for heavy metal detection in water
• Analytical aspects of gas and liquid chromatography
• Analytical chemistry and sustainable development
• Atomic absorption spectroscopy methods and best practices
• Analytical chemistry and the pharmaceutical industry in Ibuprofen consumption
• Analytical chemistry and the cosmetics industry in UV protectors
• High-throughput screening methods in pharmaceutical analysis
• Dispersive X-ray analysis of damaged tissues

Analytical chemistry is considered by many a complex science and there is a lot yet to be discovered in the field.

Computational Chemistry Research Topics

Computational chemistry is a way to use computers to help chemists understand chemical reactions. This can be done by simulating reactions or by designing new molecules. If you are looking for essential chemistry research topics in computational chemistry, here are some ideas to get you started:

• Molecular mechanics simulation
• Machine learning applications in predicting molecular properties
• Reaction rates of complex chemical reactions
• Designing new molecules: how can simulation help
• The role of computers in the study of quantum mechanics
• How to use computers to predict chemical reactions
• Using computers to understand organic chemistry
• The future of computational Chemistry in organic reactions
• The impacts of simulation on the development of new medications
• Combustion reaction simulation impact on engine development
• Quantum-chemistry simulation review
• Simulation of protein folding and misfolding in diseases
• Development of algorithms for chemical synthesis planning
• Applications of Metal-Organic Frameworks in water sequestration and catalysis

Computers are cutting-edge technology in chemical research and this relatively new field of study has a ton yet to be explored.

Physical Chemistry Research Topics

Physical chemistry is the study of how matter behaves. It looks at the physical and chemical properties of atoms and molecules and how they interact with each other. If you are looking for physical chemistry research topics, here are some ideas to get you started:

• Standardization of pH scales
• Structure of atom on a quantum scale
• Bonding across atoms and molecules
• The effect of temperature on chemical reactions
• The role of light in in-body chemical reactions
• Chemical kinetics
• Molecular dynamics in confined spaces
• Quantum computing for solving chemical problems
• Studies on non-Newtonian fluids in industrial processes
• Surface tension and its effects on mixtures
• The role of pressure in chemical reactions
• Rates of diffusion in gases and liquids
• The role of entropy in chemical reactions

Here are just a few samples, but there are plenty more options! Start your research right now!

Innovative Chemistry Research Topics

Innovative chemistry is all about coming up with new ideas and ways to do things. This can be anything from creating new materials to finding new ways to make existing products. If you are looking for ground-breaking chemistry research topics, here are some ideas to get you started:

• Amino acids side chain effects in protein folding
• Chemistry in the production of nanomaterials
• The role of enzymes in chemical reactions
• Photocatalysis in 3D printing
• Avoiding pesticides in agriculture
• Combining chemical and biological processes
• Gene modification in medicinal chemistry
• The role of quantum mechanics in chemical reactions
• Astrochemical research on extraterrestrial molecules
• Spectroscopy signatures of pressurized organic components
• Development of smart materials with responsive properties
• Chemistry in space: studying chemical reactions in microgravity
• Utilization of CO2 in chemical synthesis
• Use of black soldier fly carcasses for bioplastic production using extracted chitin
• Bioorthogonal chemistry for molecule synthesis inside living systems

If you need a hand, there are several sites that also offer research papers for sale and can be a great asset as you work to create your own research papers.

Whatever route you decide to take, good luck! And remember – the sky’s the limit when it comes to research! So get started today and see where your studies may take you. Who knows, you might just make a breakthrough discovery!

Environmental Chemistry Research Topics

Environmental Chemistry is the study of how chemicals interact with the environment. This can include anything from the air we breathe to the water we drink. If you are looking for environmental chemistry research topics, here are some ideas to get you started:

• Plastic effects on ocean life
• Urban ecology
• The role of carbon in climate change
• Air pollution and its effects
• Water pollution and its effects
• Chemicals in food and their effect on the body
• The effect of chemicals on plant life
• Earth temperature prediction models
• Effects of pharmaceuticals in aquatic environments
• Atmospheric chemistry and urban air quality
• Bioremediation techniques for oil spill cleanup
• Regulatory and environmental impact of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl (PFA) substances
• Comparison of chemical regulation impacts like PFA with historical cases such as lead in fuel

A lot of research on the environment is being conducted at the moment because the environment is in danger. There are a lot of environmental problems that need to be solved, and research is the key to solving them.

Green Chemistry Research Topics

Green chemistry is the study of how to make products and processes that are environmentally friendly. This can include anything from finding new ways to recycle materials to developing new products that are biodegradable. If you are looking for green chemistry research topics, here are some ideas to get you started:

• Recycling and reuse of materials
• Developing biodegradable materials
• Improving existing recycling processes
• Green chemistry and sustainable development
• The future of green chemistry
• Green chemistry and the food industry
• Lifecycle assessment of chemical processes
• Green chemistry and the pharmaceutical industry
• Development of catalysts for green chemistry
• Green chemistry and the cosmetics industry
• Alternative energy sources for chemical synthesis

A more environmentally friendly world is something we all aspire for and a lot of research has been conducted on how we can achieve this, making this one of the most promising areas of study. The results have been varied, but there are a few key things we can do to make a difference.

Controversial Chemistry Research Topics

Controversial chemistry is all about hot-button topics that people are passionate about. This can include anything from the use of chemicals in warfare to the health effects of different chemicals. If you are looking for controversial topics to write about , here are some ideas to get you started:

• The use of chemicals in warfare
• Gene modification in human babies
• Bioengineering
• How fast food chemicals affect the human brain
• The role of the government in regulating chemicals
• Evolution of cigarette chemicals over time
• Chemical effects of CBD oils
• Ethical issues in genetic modification of organisms
• Nuclear energy: risks and benefits
• Use of chemicals in electronic waste recycling
• Antidepressant chemical reactions
• Synthetic molecule replication methods
• Gene analysis

Controversial research papers often appear in the media before it has been peer-reviewed and published in a scientific journal. The reason for this is that the media is interested in stories that are new, exciting, and generate a lot of debate.

Chemistry is an incredibly diverse and interesting field, with many controversial topics to write about. If you are looking for a research topic, consider the examples listed in this article. With a little bit of effort, you are sure to find a topic that is both interesting and within your skillset.

In order to be a good researcher, it is important to be able to think critically and solve problems. However, innovation in chemistry research can be challenging. When thinking about how to innovate, it is important to consider both the practical and theoretical aspects of your research. Additionally, try to build on the work of others in order to create something new and unique. With a little bit of effort, you are sure to be able to find a topic that is both interesting and within your skillset.

Happy writing!

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