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03
May 2019
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Particle at the stick

Angew. Chem. Int. Ed.: Since they are so tiny, it is difficult to investigate single nanoparticles. However, this is exactly what researchers are…

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26
Apr 2019
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Improving the lifetime of bioelectrodes for solar energy conversion

JACS: The key to a long life for bioelectrodes lies in an oxygen-free environment.

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09
Apr 2019
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EU funds RESOLV's postdoctoral programme

RESOLV joined forces with the Swiss network NCCR-MUST to secure around 3.5 million euros funding.

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29
Mar 2019
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ERC Advanced Grant for Wolfgang Schuhmann

Catalysts for controlled cascade reactions: It is difficult to convert carbon dioxide or nitrogen oxides into useful or harmless substances.

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27
Mar 2019
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How brain cells curb proteins linked to neurodegernative diseases

EMBO J: RESOLV scientists identified a protein quality control mechanism against misfolded proteins, mediated by the LUBAC complex

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06
Mar 2019
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RESOLV at the Ruhr Conference brings project ideas for more start-ups

RESOLV Speaker M.Havenith co-moderated the first event of the Topic Forum 'From Idea to Product - How to Transfer Research into Start-ups'. - German…

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27
Feb 2019
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Examining silver nanoparticles in natural environments

Thanks to their antibacterial properties, the particles are used in many products. Their effect on the environment is largely unexplored. This is…

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22
Dec 2018
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Structure and function of photosynthesis protein explained in detail

Science: Photosynthetic complex I is a key element in photosynthetic electron transport, but little has been known about it so far.

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07
Dec 2018
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How ice particles promote the formation of radicals

Phys. Rev. Lett.: Certain molecules with fluorine, chlorine or bromine, together with water, can release harmful substances into the atmosphere.

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04
Dec 2018
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Optimised catalyst saves energy and time

Angew. Chem. Int. Ed.: The new system to produce certain nitrogen compounds could make the manufacture of medicines and pesticides more efficient.

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20
Nov 2018
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How a crystal is solvated in water

Angew. Chem. Int. Ed.: The solvation process is of fundamental importance for chemistry – but is very difficult to observe.

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14
Nov 2018
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Next step on the path towards an efficient biofuel cell

Nat. Comm.: Researchers have combined two concepts that make the system as efficient as precious metal catalysts.

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08
Nov 2018
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Metallic nanocatalysts imitate the structure of enzymes

JACS: In catalysis, nature is sometimes more efficient than artificial systems. Researchers have copied one of the tricks.

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23
Oct 2018
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Noble metal-free catalyst system as active as platinum

Adv. Energy Mater.: Affordable high-performance catalysts have come within reach.

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11
Oct 2018
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The interactions of chemical mirror images

Chemical molecules that behave like images and mirror images interact differently with other molecules. A new project is set to reveal more about…

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09
Oct 2018
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The many structures of the light-active biomolecules

Structure: Some molecules change their spatial structure when exposed to light – in other words, they look different in light and darkness. What…

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05
Oct 2018
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Wolfgang Schuhmann receives award for research in electrochemistry

The Electrochemical Society honours the diverse work of the Bochum-based scientist in applied and basic research.

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28
Sep 2018
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RESOLV secures funding for the next seven years!

The DFG selected our joint proposal by RUB and TU Dortmund University. The Cluster will tackle new research topics in solvation science.

 

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28
Sep 2018
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New insights into the structure of a killer protein

Cell Death Differ.: The protein Bax is responsible for programmed cell death. Because it is constantly changing its location, its structure has so far…

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26
Sep 2018
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Bio solar cell produces hydrogen

Nat. Energy: The semi-artificial system is constructed like a Lego box – which opens up a wide range of applications for the future.

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