A Portland State University-led research team has developed a novel chemical compound that shows promise for the treatment ...

Researchers who manipulate lignin, a molecular fiber that allows plants to grow tall and transport water, unexpectedly discovered its synthesis has more far-reaching effects on plant development than ...

To survive relentless sunlight in the open ocean, fish can make their own natural sunscreen with a UV-protective compound ...

When biting into a chili pepper, you expect a fiery sensation on your tongue. This spiciness is detected because of capsaicinoid compounds. But for some peppers, despite high levels of capsaicinoids, ...

Pyridines, molecules consisting of one nitrogen and five carbons in a six-membered aromatic ring, are an important chemical stepping stone for a variety of drugs, agricultural products, and materials.

Compound libraries form a foundational element of modern drug discovery—the process of identifying new chemical or biological compounds that can become safe and effective medicines. Compound libraries ...

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a major achievement for Kerala’s higher education sector, a patented chemical compound developed by ...