An overlooked carbon storage opportunity
Researchers have identified a potentially useful option for storing carbon in geologic fold-and-thrust belt systems.
How silver nanoparticles could protect chilli plants from disease
Anthracnose is a fungal disease affecting chilli plants, and Colletotrichum capsici is the major species responsible.
Preserving fresh-cut fruit quality with melatonin
Demand for healthy, convenient and ready-to-eat foods has led to an increase in the popularity of fresh-cut fruits. However, damage during processing can lead to browning, loss of flavours, softening and a reduced shelf life. That means there is a need for new techniques that can control browning and enhance the nutritional quality of these products.
Applied chemistry highlights: Programmable mechanics, greener cooler chemistry and more
Nigel P. Freestone from the University of Northampton summarises some of his selected research papers from recent journal issues for Issue 10 of C&I magazine.