A new variant of the classic Wittig reaction offers a route to phosphaalkenes.
Highlights
C&EN: Porous pesticide carrier also promotes plant growth
17 February 2023Metal-organic framework deploys avermectins against citrus mites.
C&EN: Chemists debate how to fuel molecular machines
07 February 2023As researchers develop efficient molecular fuels, they continue to wrestle with the fundamentals of how their machines work.
C&EN: Copolymer could keep catheters bacteria-free
01 February 2023By reducing biofilm formation and bacterial swarming, this polymer may help to avert common infections.
C&EN: Chain-link molecules form flexible networks
18 January 2023Catenated covalent organic frameworks could find use as additives or membranes.
C&EN: Electric molecular motor charges ahead
11 January 2023Oscillating voltage prompts molecular rings to trundle around a circular track.
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