Organic chemistry
Expert scientists summarise some of their selected research papers from recent journal issues. Read the organic chemistry highlights from G. Richard Stephenson, University of East Anglia, UK in Issue 5 2026 of C&I magazine.
Applied chemistry highlights: Upcycling rubber waste, photocatalysis revolution, and more
Nigel P. Freestone from the University of Northampton discusses selected research papers from recent journal issues for Issue 5 2026 of C&I magazine.
How seed priming can lead to more nutritious microgreens
Researchers have looked at the potential to use seed nutripriming to enhance the nutritional quality of microgreens as part of efforts to tackle the widespread problem of selenium deficiency.
Boosting biscuit nutrition with green banana flour
Green banana flour is emerging as a promising ingredient for innovative foods, providing new options for consumers as well as cutting waste. Now researchers in Brazil have investigated the physicochemical, technological and sensory properties of savoury biscuits formulated with green banana pulp and pulp-and-peel mixed flours.