In the podcast Papers Illuminated – Člankarnica, we bring you fascinating and accessible insights into the latest discoveries from researchers at the National Institute of Chemistry, featured in leading scientific journals. Our mission is to make dense scientific reading a thing of the past. So sit back with your favorite drink as we share a wealth of fresh knowledge, offering you a glimpse into the inner workings o ...
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In this episode, we talk with Urška Češarek from the Department of Polymer Chemistry and Technology at the National Institute of Chemistry about a more streamlined and efficient approach to synthesizing amino-functionalized polyethers: polymers with enhanced precision and functionality. From overcoming long-standing synthetic challenges to fine-tuning end-group chemistry, we explore how small molecular tweaks can lead to big breakthroughs in medicine and materials science. Whether you're into polymers, precision chemistry, or just curious about how science shapes our everyday lives—this one's for you. The study was published in Journal of the American Chemical Society: https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jacs.4c15676 Discover more of Urška Češarek work and explore groundbreaking research from the Department of Polymer Chemistry and Technology here: https://www.ki.si/en/departments/d07-department-of-polymer-chemistry-and-technology/ __________ In the Papers Illuminated - Člankarnica podcast, together with researchers from the National Institute of Chemistry, we present interesting and accessible explanations of their latest discoveries, published in prestigious scientific journals. We invite you to follow us on social media and send us your questions, comments, and suggestions. https://www.ki.si/o-institutu/podkast/clankarnica/
In Episode 8 of the Papers Illuminated - Člankarnica podcast, Klemen Mezgec from the Department of Synthetic Biology and Immunology at the National Institute of Chemistry delves into groundbreaking advancements in modular protein engineering. He shares how designing modular protein building blocks paves the way for constructing high-molecular-weight structures and biomaterials with nanometer-scale precision. The discussion also explores the exciting potential applications of these findings, from creating innovative biomaterials to advancing biotechnological, biomedical, and bioengineering solutions. The study was published in ACS Nano: https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsnano.4c07701 Discover more of Klemen Mezgec's work and explore groundbreaking research from the Department of Synthetic Biology and Immunology here: https://www.ki.si/en/departments/d12-department-of-synthetic-biology-and-immunology/ __________ In the Papers Illuminated - Člankarnica podcast, together with researchers from the National Institute of Chemistry, we present interesting and accessible explanations of their latest discoveries, published in prestigious scientific journals. We invite you to follow us on social media and send us your questions, comments, and suggestions. https://www.ki.si/o-institutu/podkast/clankarnica/
In Episode 7 of the Papers Illuminated - Člankarnica podcast, Dr. Jure Borišek from the Laboratory for Cheminformatics within the Theory Department at the National Institute of Chemistry dives into how computational simulations of molecules can deepen our understanding of the molecular mechanisms behind RNA cleavage. Beyond his expertise in computational chemistry, Dr. Borišek is also a chess grandmaster, and in this episode, he draws intriguing parallels between the strategic thinking in chess and the process of scientific research. The study was published in Angewandte Chemie: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/anie.202405819 __________ In the Papers Illuminated - Člankarnica podcast, together with researchers from the National Institute of Chemistry, we present interesting and accessible explanations of their latest discoveries, published in prestigious scientific journals. We invite you to follow us on social media and send us your questions, comments, and suggestions. https://www.ki.si/o-institutu/podkast/clankarnica/
In episode 6 of the Člankarnica podcast, Dr. Petra Utroša from the Department of Polymer Chemistry and Technology at the National Institute of Chemistry explains how photoacids and photobases control pH in reactions. She discusses their study, which reveals that the chemical reactivity of these compounds doesn’t always align with their light absorption, an insight with significant implications for their use. The study was published in Chemistry – A European Journal: https://chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/chem.202400820. The expert opinion on this paper was provided in the preview: https://www.cell.com/matter/abstract/S2590-2385(24)00338-2 __________ In the Člankarnica podcast, together with researchers from the National Institute of Chemistry, we present interesting and accessible explanations of their latest discoveries, published in prestigious scientific journals. We invite you to follow us on social media and send us your questions, comments, and suggestions: https://www.ki.si/o-institutu/podkast/clankarnica/
V 5. epizodi podkasta Člankarnica nam dr. Gregor Žerjav in Matevž Roškarič, iz Odseka za anorgansko kemijo in kemijsko tehnologijo na Kemijskem inštitutu, razkrivata kako so s pomočjo Simplex metode znatno povečali specifično površino grafitnega ogljikovega nitrida (g-C3N4), kar je izboljšalo njegove fotokatalitične lastnosti in učinkovitost pri razgradnji organskih onesnaževal. Ta študija dokazuje, da lahko preprosti enostopenjski sintezni postopki bistveno izboljšajo zmogljivost okolju prijaznih polprevodnikov. Članek je bil objavljen v znanstveni reviji ACS Catalysis: https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acscatal.3c03394 __________ V podkastu Člankarnica vam skupaj z raziskovalci Kemijskega inštituta predstavljamo zanimive in razumljive razlage njihovih najnovejših odkritij, objavljenih v uglednih znanstvenih revijah. Vabimo vas, da nas spremljate tudi na socialnih omrežjih ter nam pošljete vprašanja, komentarje in predloge. https://www.ki.si/o-institutu/podkast/clankarnica/