Gamma radiation can convert methane into a wide variety of products at room temperature, including hydrocarbons, oxygen-containing molecules, and amino acids, reports a research team in the journal Angewandte Chemie. This type of reaction probably plays an important role in the formation of complex organic molecules in the universe — and possibly in the origin … Read more
Scaled-up molecular electrode for power to fuel. a, Photograph of MEA electrolyser at 4, 20 and 81 cm2 , from left to right. b, FE and single-pass carbon efficiency of CO2 to CH4 on 81 cm2 DAT electrode under total current of 10 A (current density = 123 mA cm−2) with different flow rate of CO2. c, Concentration of gas … Read more
Microbes in the environment, not fossil fuels, have been driving the recent surge in methane emissions globally, according to a new, detailed analysis published Oct 21 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences by CU Boulder researchers and collaborators. “Understanding where the methane is coming from helps us guide effective mitigation strategies,” said … Read more