How an ancient alchemy technique is transforming modern chemistry
New ScientistTuesday, May 20, 2025 at 4:00:38 PM
Scientists are reviving an ancient alchemy method—using dry powders instead of liquid solvents—to shake up modern chemistry. Early results suggest this dusty approach could be cleaner, more efficient, and open doors to new reactions we couldn’t pull off with traditional "wet" methods.
What This Means: If this pans out, it could mean greener labs (less toxic waste), cheaper processes, and maybe even breakthroughs in materials or medicines. It’s a reminder that sometimes old tricks, with a modern twist, can solve today’s biggest problems.
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