(3/4) Laszlo Otvos added when reached for comment about his field of study: Too many of my mentors, friends and relatives suffered and passed away from diseases that are potentially curable with biological drug treatments connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

(1/4) Classical antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) have been demonstrated to kill bacteria in vitro. In the past few years there has been interest in studying their antiviral properties. connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

New in the press! Mojica-Sánchez et al. explore metal-doped graphene for glyphosate removal using DFT and molecular dynamics. Fe³⁺- and Al³⁺-doped graphene show the strongest adsorption, highlighting promising nanomaterials for environmental remediation. #AusJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

(1/4 Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern when it comes to effective therapeutics. As such a great deal of work has been done to find alternatives treatments which can circumvent AMR. connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

A recent study by Daly et al. reveals that the C-terminal region of Opisthorchis viverrini granulin-1, despite lacking regular structure, still drives strong fibroblast growth, highlighting surprising bioactivity and potential as a wound-healing agent. #AusJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

This article forms part of the 70th Birthday Tribute to Professor David Craik. @csiropublishing.bsky.social #AusJChem You can find this collection here: connectsci.au/ch/collectio...

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A recent study by Daly et al. reveals that the C-terminal region of Opisthorchis viverrini granulin-1, despite lacking regular structure, still drives strong fibroblast growth, highlighting surprising bioactivity and potential as a wound-healing agent. #AusJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

(1/5) Lakmini K. & co presents a review of the research done studying the ribosomal peptides found in marine sponges and associated microsymbionts in order to elucidate what has been done and highlight the need for expanded research in this high potential field. connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Wonderful morning celebrating the IUPAC Global Women’s Breakfast 2026 under the theme “Many Voices, One Science”! Grateful to be part of the organising team and to have so many inspiring conversations about women in chemistry and community. @rsc.org @marygarson.bsky.social @iupac.org #RACIWInCQLD

Tianhui Wang & al. present the first synthesis method for ferrate(VI) (FeO42−) in acidic conditions. This is a more effective and greener method when compared to the typical alkaline synthesis method which can prove destructive and pollutive. #AusJChem Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

New method for the preparation of ferrate(VI) (FeO42−) under acidic conditions

The study described for the first time a new method for the synthesis of FeVI species under acidic conditions. Compared to alkaline methods, the advantages

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Light-activated cancer therapy! Liu et al. show that iridium-based compounds remain inactive in the dark but, when exposed to light, generate reactive oxygen species that selectively kill cancer cells. #AusJChem @csiropublishing.bsky.social Detail- connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Evaluation of anticancer activity and mechanism studies of iridium(III) polypyridyl complexes toward SK-hep1 cells

Three new IrIII complexes were synthesised and characterised. The in vitro anticancer activity of the complexes toward SK-hep1 cells was explored upon irra

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New paper from the Britovsek et al! Ru complexes with 6,6′-functionalised bipyridines stabilise low-valent Ru dimers and Ru-6 carbonyl clusters. These insights inform future ligand design for homogeneous syngas conversion and sustainable fuels. #AusJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Ruthenium(II) complexes with 6,6′-disubstituted bipyridine ligands and their reactivity towards CO and H2 for homogeneous syngas conversion

Bipyridine ligands with proximate H-bonding substituents in the 6,6′ positions have been used to prepare RuII complexes for potential application in the ho

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Pacheco and colleagues report the synthesis of an eco-friendly magnetic nanopowder derived from steel industry residue for latent fingerprint detection. The low-cost, sustainable material offers a green alternative for forensic science while reusing industrial waste! More: doi.org/10.1071/CH25098

Synthesis and characterisation of an eco-friendly magnetic nanopowder from steel industry waste for latent fingerprint detection

Steel factories generate large amounts of waste rich in iron oxides, which can harm the environment. This study turned that waste into an eco-friendly magn

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Graphite furnace atomic absorption spectroscopy (GFAAS) struggles to detect lead in salty foods. Xifeng Gao et al. present a new microextraction- based deep eutectic solvent GFASS method which is capable of overcoming NaCl matrix interference. #AusJChem Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Ultrasound-assisted deep-eutectic-solvent-based dispersive liquid–liquid microextraction for lead detection in high-salt foods: a green analytical strategy for overcoming sodium chloride interference

Lead contamination is prone to occur during the processing of high-salt foods. Conventional detection methods exhibit limited tolerance for high-salt matri

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New in the press! Mousavi et al show that precise chemical features, especially the terminal heterocycle and flexible thiophene core, are essential for ligands to selectively detect amyloid-β deposits, guiding probes for Alzheimer’s diagnostics. #AusJChem #openaccess connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Specific chemical determinants are central for achieving ligands for selective detection of amyloid-β deposits in Alzheimer’s disease

We show that chemical modifications of a thiophene moiety in ligand HS-276 can retain or disrupt its binding to Aβ deposits in Alzheimer’s disease. This fi

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Congrats to Prof Deanna D’Alessandro, #AusJChem Associate Editor, for being named one of Australia’s Top 250 Researchers! A global leader in MOFs, materials chemistry, electrochemistry and carbon capture. A truly well-deserved recognition! @csiropublishing.bsky.social

Liu et al. show that incorporating alumina, silicon carbide and graphene into melamine formaldehyde resin boosts thermal conductivity and stability in phase-change microcapsules, offering strong potential for energy-efficient buildings and smart textiles. #AusJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Phase change microcapsules modified by thermal conductivity reinforced materials for enhanced thermal energy storage

The n-octadecane reagent forms a stable water-in-oil emulsion with CNF. Formaldehyde reacts with melamine to produce melamine-formaldehyde resin prepolymer

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Barbara Dias Castro et al. expand their work on magnetic nanopowder for use in fingerprint detection. Through a simple precipitation method steel industry waste is synthesised into nanoparticles which can be used to effectivly detect fingerprints. Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Synthesis and characterisation of an eco-friendly magnetic nanopowder from steel industry waste for latent fingerprint detection

Steel factories generate large amounts of waste rich in iron oxides, which can harm the environment. This study turned that waste into an eco-friendly magn

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This review by Conan K. Wang and colleagues highlights the current use and future directions of disulfide-rich peptides as next-generation radiopharmaceuticals in imaging & therapy. #AusJChem More: doi.org/10.1071/CH25096

Disulfide-rich peptides as next-generation radiopharmaceuticals

Disulfide-rich peptides are ultra-stable biomolecules, making them excellent candidates for drug development. This article explores their potential as prec

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Laszlo Otvos Jr reviews the research that has been done towards the applications of Classical antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) for use as anti-viral agents. #AusJChem Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

The potential of classical antibacterial peptides in mammalian antiviral chemotherapy

The potential of classical antimicrobial peptides in anti-virus therapy is discussed in light of research spanning decades. Neither the in vitro activity n

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Laszlo Otvos Jr reviews how classical antimicrobial peptides, long known for killing bacteria, may also inhibit viruses. Though their antiviral activity is weak, they provide valuable templates for designing next-generation antiviral peptide drugs. #AusJChem Detail- connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

The potential of classical antibacterial peptides in mammalian antiviral chemotherapy

The potential of classical antimicrobial peptides in anti-virus therapy is discussed in light of research spanning decades. Neither the in vitro activity n

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New in the press! A study by Marx et al shows how NMR spectroscopy is both a blessing and a curse! This uncovered unexpected ethanol and hidden components in cell growth media, revealing unseen complexities that impact reproducibility. #AusJChem #openaccess Detail- connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

NMR spectroscopy for mixture analysis – both a blessing and a curse: dissecting cell growth media as an example

NMR spectroscopy helps analyse complex mixtures like cell culture media, revealing both expected and hidden components. It uncovered ethanol contamination,

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Huipeng Zhao & al. investigate the impregnation of diethylenetriamine (DETA) into porous silica to enhance CO2 capture performance. Amine concentrations, temperatures and pressures, were investigated, achieving a maximal capture of 417.45mg/g. #AudJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Effective enhancement of CO2 capture performance of solid amine adsorbents prepared from diethylenetriamine-modified mesoporous silica: optimisation experiments and kinetic calculations

DETA loading into MCM-48-C resulted in a more uniform distribution of DETA due to the presence of surfactant inside the carrier. Solid amine adsorbents ads

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Sani and colleagues investigate the solution structure and topology of a pH-sensitive, histidine-rich analogue of the antimicrobial peptide maculatin 1.1 using circular dichroism, solution-state NMR spectroscopy and molecular dynamics simulations. #AusJChem More: doi.org/10.1071/CH25...

Effect of histidine on the antimicrobial peptide maculatin 1.1 solution-state NMR and molecular dynamics simulation structures at different protonation states

The solution structure and topology of a pH-sensitive, histidine-rich analogue of the antimicrobial peptide maculatin 1.1 were investigated using circular

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Just dropped! A virtual collection from #AustJChem celebrating Nobel Laureate Professor Richard Robson, pioneer of MOFs. Explore 60 years of his groundbreaking work, free to read until 27 Feb 2026. @csiropublishing.bsky.social @unimelb.bsky.social connectsci.au/ch/collectio...

A recent review by Ullrich et al highlights the advances in constrained peptides and compact proteins, showing how cyclic, stapled, and AI-designed miniproteins offer stability and precision for tough targets, shaping the future of drug discovery. #AusJChem #openaccess connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Shaping the future of constrained peptides and compact proteins in drug discovery

Constrained peptides and compact proteins are exciting amino acid-based molecules with strong potential as new medicines. Smaller than antibodies, they can

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A recent review by Solomon and Keaveney et al. reveals how catalyst structure controls the crucial transmetalation step in Pd- and Ni-catalysed cross-couplings, advancing the understanding of modern catalysis. #AusJChem #openaccess @csiropublishing.bsky.social www.publish.csiro.au/ch/pdf/CH25103