Penicillins are a class of antibacterial medications that target a wide variety of microorganisms. They were the first medications of this kind that doctors used. These medicines have saved millions of lives. Penicillin is derived from Penicillium fungi and can be administered orally or via injection. Penicillins are currently routinely used over the world to …
Cosmetic Chemicals Concern Certain chemical families included in personal care products raise issues. Here we look at some of these ingredients’ roles and why, in some situations, producers are exploring for replacements. Cosmetic Ingredient Roles : Dyes or pigments: Color Cosmetics Emollients: Prevent water loss from the skin. Emulsifiers: Prevent substances from separating. Fragrances: Enhance …
A Breakthrough in Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Synthesis The team, under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Shoubik Das, Chair of Organic Chemistry I at the University of Bayreuth, introduces a groundbreaking and cost-effective method for synthesizing γ-lactams, using impure CO2 derived from sources like car exhaust. This innovative approach challenges traditional methods, as outlined in …
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Today, let’s delve into some groundbreaking Chemical News related to compounds and their potential impact on neurodegenerative diseases. Neurodegenerative conditions, such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Huntington’s diseases, have a significant global impact, with caregiving costs soaring into the hundreds of billions of dollars each year. In a surprising turn of events, researchers at the University …
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The Discovery of Cofactorless Enzymes Nestled within the extensive microbial natural product collection at The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology, a recent publication in Nature Chemical Biology brings attention to the discovery of two novel enzymes with unique properties. This breakthrough, led by chemist Dr. Ben Shen, carries potential applications …
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