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InternationalPET upcycling reveals fundamental catalysis stages
In a paper published in Angewandte Chemie, a British-Dutch research team revealed a method of upcycling PET waste into a pharmaceutical precursor using an suboptimal catalyst. They also gained insights into the catalytic mechanism.
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InternationalFungal powder to feed the world
Fermentation has a positive ecological footprint. Dutch start-up The Protein Brewery uses this process to ‘brew’ a fungus that is a highly nutritious, complete source of protein. ‘We are becoming more aware that animal proteins alone are insufficient.’
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InternationalSilky smooth transition from bachelor to PhD
After completing two bachelor’s degrees in Spain, Cristina Izquierdo Lozano bypassed the master’s degree-route and started her PhD research at Eindhoven University of Technology. Her pursuit of new acquaintances led her to take up aerial silks.