First paper in Indigenous Collection at #AusJChem by Gall et al. It highlights vignette case studies for Indigenous-led research on Cultural Medicines & Indigenous Knowledge, centring governance, consent, and relational responsibility. #OpenAccess #CSIROpublishing connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

(1/2) In this paper Christopher Barnett & al. introduce an open-source 3D printable flexible reactor platform for electrocatalysis testing. #AusJChem Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Flow-based microfluidics are reshaping nucleic acid delivery! A Review by Xu et al. highlights how controlled-flow assembly improves nanoparticle reproducibility, size, and dispersity in polymer-based gene delivery systems. #OpenAccess @csiropublishing.bsky.social connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

A Study by Alnafta et al. shows importance of chemical authentication in essential oils. GC–MS and NMR show methyl salicylate dominates lawang root oil, unlike eugenol-rich bark oil. A neat reminder of misidentification risk in natural products. #AusJChem #OpenAccess connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

(1/2) Haifeng Zheng & al. present a theoretical study on the impact of size modulation and nitrogen doping on the optical and electronic properties of biphenylene quantum dots (BPQDs). connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Zeng et al. report a photoactivated Ir(III) complex with low dark toxicity but strong anticancer activity under light, showing high selectivity towards cancer cells and effective tumour inhibition in vivo. @csiropublishing.bsky.social #AusJchem doi.org/10.1071/CH25...

(1/2) Natriuretic peptides (NPs) modulate body fluid volume and as such have been of great interest for the treatment several conditions including most prominently congestive heart failure. However current NP are ineffective due to their poor pharmacokinetic.

Khan et al. report visible-light Ni-catalysed flow synthesis of a key trifluoromethyl intermediate for tryptophan hydroxylase inhibitor, LX1031. Flow photochemistry boosts scalability, efficiency, and practicality in synthesis. #AusJChem @csiropublishing.bsky.social connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Latest research in #AusJChem! Led by Alewood et al., explores a conotoxin-derived peptide targeting hNET for neuropathic pain. Discovery of topological stereoisomers highlights new structural complexity for peptide design and drug development. @csiropublishing.bsky.social doi.org/10.1071/CH25...

Luna Song & al. present two novel indole-based porous organic polymers individually designed for specific tasks. InPhHCP-7 was designed for CO2 adsorption while InMelPOP was designed for the removal of iodine species. connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

New in #AusJChem! Li et al. show a hydrophobic drag-reducing coating for silicone rubber intestinal catheters. The EP/PDMS–nSiO₂–KH570 coating cuts friction (~77%), resists bacterial adhesion and could significantly improve patient comfort. @csiropublishing.bsky.social doi.org/10.1071/CH25...

Mariana Brizuela, Stuart M. Brierley review key naturally derived products and peptides which have advanced our understand of pro- and anti-nociceptive mechanisms for visceral pain. They also highlight how these chemicals may be suitable frameworks for the development of visceral pain therapeutics.

New in the press! Mojica-Sánchez et al. explore metal-doped graphene for glyphosate removal using DFT and molecular dynamics. Fe³⁺- and Al³⁺-doped graphene show the strongest adsorption, highlighting promising nanomaterials for environmental remediation. #AusJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

(1/4) Classical antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) have been demonstrated to kill bacteria in vitro. In the past few years there has been interest in studying their antiviral properties. connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

This article forms part of the 70th Birthday Tribute to Professor David Craik. @csiropublishing.bsky.social #AusJChem You can find this collection here: connectsci.au/ch/collectio...

A recent study by Daly et al. reveals that the C-terminal region of Opisthorchis viverrini granulin-1, despite lacking regular structure, still drives strong fibroblast growth, highlighting surprising bioactivity and potential as a wound-healing agent. #AusJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

(1/4 Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern when it comes to effective therapeutics. As such a great deal of work has been done to find alternatives treatments which can circumvent AMR. connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

This article is part of the 70th Birthday tribute to Professor David Craik. #AusJChem @csiropublishing.bsky.social The collection can be accessed here: connectsci.au/collection/2...

Conibear et al. have published exciting new work uncovering how post-translational modifications shape the stability and activity of µ-conotoxins. A great step forward for peptide chemistry and ion-channel research. #AusJChem @csiropublishing.bsky.social connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

(1/5) Lakmini K. & co presents a review of the research done studying the ribosomal peptides found in marine sponges and associated microsymbionts in order to elucidate what has been done and highlight the need for expanded research in this high potential field. connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Poulsen et al report native mass spectrometry (nMS) as a powerful platform for electrophilic covalent fragment screening. A robust, target-agnostic approach advancing covalent probe discovery and drug development. From Prof David Craik's tribute collections. connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

(1/5) NMR spectroscopy for mixture analysis – both a blessing and a curse: dissecting cell growth media as an example

New research in #AusJChem! Lee et al show that zwitterionic cyclopentadienyl ligands can stabilise low-valent Rh(I)/Ir(I) complexes, revealing powerful redox behaviour and hyperpolarisation capability. A smart step forward for advanced catalysis. #AusJChem Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/d...

A. Garget & Co. present a review of the development of boronic acid-based fluorophores for application in sensing sialic acids. Sialic acid are a family of carbohydrates found in the surface of cells which can be used as biomarkers of various diseases. Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Rodger et al. explain the origin of vibrational linear dichroism (VLD) artefacts in transmission and attenuated total reflectance (ATR), improving how polarised IR data are interpreted for clearer structural insight. #AusJChem @csiropublishing.bsky.social connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Aguilar et al unveil an AFM-based approach to study how β-peptide hydrogels interact with cell membranes. Using β-peptide fibres to support lipid bilayers (SLBs), they reveal nanoscale membrane behaviour, paving the way for smarter biomaterials. #AusJChem #openaccess connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Tianhui Wang & al. present the first synthesis method for ferrate(VI) (FeO42−) in acidic conditions. This is a more effective and greener method when compared to the typical alkaline synthesis method which can prove destructive and pollutive. #AusJChem Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Hasi Rani Barai & al. present an optimised synthesis for butyl methyl chlorophosphite. They then investigated the kinetics of the compounds reaction with X-pyridines in order to propose a concerted mechanism for the nucleophilic substitution #AusJChem Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Light-activated cancer therapy! Liu et al. show that iridium-based compounds remain inactive in the dark but, when exposed to light, generate reactive oxygen species that selectively kill cancer cells. #AusJChem @csiropublishing.bsky.social Detail- connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Call for Papers: Elevating Indigenous Knowledge Systems in Chemical Science (Australia & New Zealand) This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a collection that elevates Indigenous knowledge systems in chemical science. Please share widely with colleagues and networks.

New paper from the Britovsek et al! Ru complexes with 6,6′-functionalised bipyridines stabilise low-valent Ru dimers and Ru-6 carbonyl clusters. These insights inform future ligand design for homogeneous syngas conversion and sustainable fuels. #AusJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Graphite furnace atomic absorption spectroscopy (GFAAS) struggles to detect lead in salty foods. Xifeng Gao et al. present a new microextraction- based deep eutectic solvent GFASS method which is capable of overcoming NaCl matrix interference. #AusJChem Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Pacheco and colleagues report the synthesis of an eco-friendly magnetic nanopowder derived from steel industry residue for latent fingerprint detection. The low-cost, sustainable material offers a green alternative for forensic science while reusing industrial waste! More: doi.org/10.1071/CH25098

Congrats to Prof Deanna D’Alessandro, #AusJChem Associate Editor, for being named one of Australia’s Top 250 Researchers! A global leader in MOFs, materials chemistry, electrochemistry and carbon capture. A truly well-deserved recognition! @csiropublishing.bsky.social

New in the press! Mousavi et al show that precise chemical features, especially the terminal heterocycle and flexible thiophene core, are essential for ligands to selectively detect amyloid-β deposits, guiding probes for Alzheimer’s diagnostics. #AusJChem #openaccess connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Yanru Cui et al. modified melamine-formaldehyde based phase change microcapsules using high thermal conductivity nanoparticles. This resulted in a more uniform morphology, as well as an improved degree dispersion, heat of phase change, and encapsulation rate. connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Liu et al. show that incorporating alumina, silicon carbide and graphene into melamine formaldehyde resin boosts thermal conductivity and stability in phase-change microcapsules, offering strong potential for energy-efficient buildings and smart textiles. #AusJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Laszlo Otvos Jr reviews the research that has been done towards the applications of Classical antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) for use as anti-viral agents. #AusJChem Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

This review by Conan K. Wang and colleagues highlights the current use and future directions of disulfide-rich peptides as next-generation radiopharmaceuticals in imaging & therapy. #AusJChem More: doi.org/10.1071/CH25096

Barbara Dias Castro et al. expand their work on magnetic nanopowder for use in fingerprint detection. Through a simple precipitation method steel industry waste is synthesised into nanoparticles which can be used to effectivly detect fingerprints. Details: connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Laszlo Otvos Jr reviews how classical antimicrobial peptides, long known for killing bacteria, may also inhibit viruses. Though their antiviral activity is weak, they provide valuable templates for designing next-generation antiviral peptide drugs. #AusJChem Detail- connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

New in the press! A study by Marx et al shows how NMR spectroscopy is both a blessing and a curse! This uncovered unexpected ethanol and hidden components in cell growth media, revealing unseen complexities that impact reproducibility. #AusJChem #openaccess Detail- connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Sani and colleagues investigate the solution structure and topology of a pH-sensitive, histidine-rich analogue of the antimicrobial peptide maculatin 1.1 using circular dichroism, solution-state NMR spectroscopy and molecular dynamics simulations. #AusJChem More: doi.org/10.1071/CH25...

Huipeng Zhao & al. investigate the impregnation of diethylenetriamine (DETA) into porous silica to enhance CO2 capture performance. Amine concentrations, temperatures and pressures, were investigated, achieving a maximal capture of 417.45mg/g. #AudJChem connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Just dropped! A virtual collection from #AustJChem celebrating Nobel Laureate Professor Richard Robson, pioneer of MOFs. Explore 60 years of his groundbreaking work, free to read until 27 Feb 2026. @csiropublishing.bsky.social @unimelb.bsky.social connectsci.au/ch/collectio...

A recent review by Ullrich et al highlights the advances in constrained peptides and compact proteins, showing how cyclic, stapled, and AI-designed miniproteins offer stability and precision for tough targets, shaping the future of drug discovery. #AusJChem #openaccess connectsci.au/ch/article/7...

Today @csiropublishing.bsky.social launched ConnectSci, a new global destination for trusted science content, hosting our journal, eBooks and a science news service. You can now find Australian Journal of Chemistry here: connectsci.au/ch So, what's new for readers and authors?

Before Richard Robson created the field of MOFs, he created what are now known as "Robson macrocycles", probably the first binucleating and tetranucleating (terms he invented) macrocycles. To create one field of chemistry is amazing, but to create two new kinds of chemistry across a career....

(1/3) This 1970 paper showcases the early brilliance of Richard Robson's work on macrocyclic binucleating ligands - foundational research contributing to the revolution in coordination chemistry and materials design.

A recent review by Solomon and Keaveney et al. reveals how catalyst structure controls the crucial transmetalation step in Pd- and Ni-catalysed cross-couplings, advancing the understanding of modern catalysis. #AusJChem #openaccess @csiropublishing.bsky.social www.publish.csiro.au/ch/pdf/CH25103