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Physics Nobel prize goes to artificial neural networks and machine learning
Research inspired by how brains learn now powers cutting-edge technology in smartphones and scientific research
Nobel Prize in Physics for foundational discoveries and inventions in machine learning
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the Nobel Prize in Physics 2024 to John J. Hopfield (Princeton University, NJ, USA) and Geoffrey E. Hinton (University of Toronto, Canada) “for foundational discoveries
October 2024 puzzles
Download the puzzles from the October 2024 print issue of Chemistry World
A new gold standard in selective nitrobenzene hydrogenation
Reaction proceeds through a previously unidentified mechanism
Lessons from a Nobel laureate teach us how to think better
In a world of AI, chemists need statistical thinking
Innovative catalyst produces methane using electricity
Researchers at the University of Bonn and University of Montreal have developed a new type of catalyst and used it in their study to produce methane out of carbon dioxide and water in a highly
Exceptional study programs in sustainable chemistry
In the face of increasing ecological challenges and the global climate crisis, chemistry plays a crucial role in shaping a more sustainable future. In particular, the chemical industry must realign itself to meet the growing
Are tattoos safe?
If you plan on getting a tattoo, consider this: A new study from Binghamton University, State University of New York looking at green and blue tattoo inks from Europe found that most contained ingredients that
It all adds up: Study finds forever chemicals are more toxic as mixtures
A first-of-its-kind study has measured the toxicity of several types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), better known as “forever chemicals,” when mixed together in the environment and in the human body. The good news:
E-fuels for climate-compatible aviation
The German Aerospace Centre (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR) is currently building the world's largest research facility for the production of electricity-based fuels, also known as electrofuels or e-fuels. The Technology Platform for
Competitive TTF price triggers US LNG diversions to Europe
ICIS TTF discount to Asia spot LNG narrows to six-month low More competitive European prices mean LNG cargoes diverting from Asia Global market well placed for Q4, focus will switch to peak winter...
CRUDE SUMMARY: Crude prices begin week in positive territory as Middle East tensions escalate
Supply disruption concerns persist as Middle East conflict threatens to spread December OPEC+ supply increases could cap further price rises Saudi Arabia cuts November OSPs for European customers...
Plant status: Braskem restarts HDPE/LLDPE swing plant in Santo Andre, Brazil after planned maintenance
SAO PAULO (ICIS)--Here is a plant status report: Name: Braskem Location: Santo Andre, Brazil Product: High density polyethylene (HDPE)/linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) Capacity (tonnes/year):...
Plant status: Braskem’s restarts LDPE plant in Cubatao, Brazil after planned maintenance
SAO PAULO(ICIS)--Here is a plant status report: Name: Braskem Location: Cubatao, Brazil Product: LDPE Capacity (tonnes/year): 140,000 Event start: 17 September Event finish: 2 October Reason: Restart...
Americas/EMEA base oils supply outlook: Week of 7 Oct
SINGAPORE (ICIS)--US base oils supply likely to rise in face of softening demand and margins that remain firm even after recent jump in feedstock prices. Another storm forms in US Gulf of Mexico, is...
Americas/EMEA base oils demand outlook: Week of 7 Oct
SINGAPORE (ICIS)--US base oils demand likely to stay more muted as buyers’ moves to trim stocks outweigh impact of recent crude price volatility. Seasonal slowdown in demand in domestic and...
Hurricane Milton on track to hit US fertilizer hub in Tampa
HOUSTON (ICIS)--Milton strengthened on Monday into a powerful Category 4 hurricane, and it is expected to continue strengthening before making landfall by midweek near Tampa, Florida, a major...
Global base oils arb outlook: Week of 7 October
SINGAPORE (ICIS)--Growing number of base oils cargoes move to Nigeria from both US and Europe in recent weeks. Shipments add to signs of weaker demand and rising surplus supplies in both US and...
Phosphates buyers eagerly await phosphoric acid price settlement for Q4
LONDON (ICIS)--After weeks of seeing diammonium phosphate (DAP) prices continue to rally in India, the focus for the phosphates world is slowly shifting toward the highly anticipated phosphoric acid...
Europe PE spot prices plunge, market shakes off US port strike concerns
LONDON (ICIS)--Polyethylene (PE) spot prices in Europe plunged in early October, despite concerns about port strikes in the US, escalating Middle Eastern tensions and volatile upstream crude oil...