Urban Solutions and Sustainability (USS)
Sniffing out scalable solutions for aromatic compounds
10 Apr 2024An innovative approach that uses genetically engineered bacteria to synthesise high-value natural fragrance offers a greener, more cost-effective alternative for the biomanufacturing sector.
Nano catalysts ignite greener fuel cells
26 Feb 2024A new fuel cell technology using novel nanoparticles promises a powerful and reliable alternative to commercial catalysts for fuel cells.
Sniffing out solutions for climate change action
2 Feb 2024New gas sensing technologies offer improved environmental monitoring to address climate change and improve safety.
Atomic secrets of a green plastic catalyst
28 Dec 2023New high-resolution chemical insights reveal novel opportunities for making plastic production greener, more cost-effective and more efficient.
Sustainably engineered scents inspired by nature
15 Dec 2023Researchers develop a novel and more efficient bioprocess for synthesising a highly valued chemical from plants that is used by the fragrance industry.
The smaller, the greener?
4 Dec 2023An in-depth review of catalysts used in clean energy generation reveals valuable insights on the dynamics between particle size, structure and their reaction efficiencies.
Crack-resistant alloys take off
20 Nov 2023A new ultra-strong, ductile aluminium alloy overcomes the long-standing problem of cracking, opening up new possibilities for 3D printing high-strength aluminium aerospace components.
New electron highways uncovered
27 Oct 2023Subtle molecular differences in nickel-based electrocatalysts can open the path to more efficient water-splitting chemical reactions for clean energy generation.
Clean chemical plants create a buzz
17 Oct 2023Researchers identify a high-efficiency approach that can cut greenhouse gas emissions from plastics and fertiliser manufacturing.
The rise of pandemic pedal-pushers
5 Oct 2023A surge in Singapore’s bike-sharing usage during the COVID-19 pandemic highlights the importance of shared mobility modes during periods of restricted public transit.
Smoke signals at sea
31 Jul 2023A new computational model simulates how gas clouds spread from marine vessel fuel leaks, enabling quick and reliable fire and explosion risk assessments.
Weaving the threads of sustainable nanofibres
25 Jul 2023Researchers develop a new class of recyclable polymer-based nanofibres with exceptional strength and durability.