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Researchers have synthesised a cobalt-based magnetic nanomaterial by calcining a chitosan-encapsulated metal-organic framework. This new catalyst activates peroxymonosulfate to rapidly degrade the antibiotic metronidazole, showing high efficiency and low environmental toxicity in seedling tests.
By Huang, Che, Dong, Hu, Liu, Su
Researchers used machine learning to optimise laser-based production of pure gold nanoparticles. The new method is four times cheaper than traditional chemical synthesis and produces cleaner, better-performing particles.
By Miao, Reffatto, Cattelan, Torres-Mendieta, Menilli, Amendola
A study of commercial shellfish from Zhoushan, one of China's largest seafood hubs, has revealed concerning levels of heavy metals. While most were within safe limits, cadmium and inorganic arsenic posed a potential health risk above accepted thresholds, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring of the seafood supply.
By Fang P, Wang Q, Zhong Q, Zhou P.