Industry's major international players choose analytica

Quasiparticle solves mystery of vanishing conductivity

CAU team detects polarons in rare earth compound for the first time

AI models for drug design fail in physics

Illinois researchers convert food waste into jet fuel, boosting circular economy

Researchers at the University of Magdeburg discover new class of materials

Physicists develop multiferroic liquid with spontaneous magnetic and electrical order

New Structure for the Electron Highway

Faster and more reliable crystal structure prediction of organic molecules

Ruth Bieringer becomes President of the GDCh

Cellulose esters developed for bio-based reactive resins and high-performance adhesives

Successful application in reactive dowel compounds and LED light-curing adhesives - manufacturer wanted for market launch

The Power of Geckos

TU Wien Solves the Puzzle of Large Molecules

Recyclable Fluorine Improves Properties of Degradable Polyester Plastics

"Our findings demonstrate how targeted molecular modifications can fundamentally alter the properties of plastics"

The key to civet coffee is in the chemistry

Supersolid spins into synchrony

Water as an Energy Carrier

Nanoporous Silicon Generates Electricity from Friction with Water

How to filter pathogens, drug residues and microplastics from wastewater

Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences researches membrane technology for wastewater treatment plants

BESSY II: Phosphor chains - a 1D material with 1D electronic properties

Microalgae convert CO₂ into useful basic chemicals

Obtaining valuable chemicals directly from carbon dioxide and sunlight

The Quantum Door Mystery: Electrons That Can’t Find the Exit

New perspectives for the targeted design and use of layered materials in technology and research

Ping-pong with photons: light as a tool for a new and, above all, sustainable chemistry

A prototype glucose battery inspired by the body’s metabolism

“Using non-toxic components... this system offers a promising pathway toward safer and more affordable residential energy storage”

Solar-powered method lights the way to a ‘de-fossilized’ chemical industry

“Artificial leaf” with organic semiconductors and bacterial enzymes for sustainable conversion of CO₂ – without toxic components

Researchers Develop New Method for Producing Previously Unknown Compounds

An international research team has published a paper in the journal Nature describing a new process that simplifies the production of complex molecules

Catalyst turns greenhouse gas into an energy source

Researchers convert CO₂ into methane - newly developed catalyst exceeds industry standard

Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 for the development of metal-organic frameworks

“Metal-organic frameworks have enormous potential, bringing previously unforeseen opportunities for custom-made materials with new functions”

Researchers turn coffee and plastic waste into climate solution

“What begins with a Starbucks coffee cup and a discarded plastic water bottle can become a powerful tool in the fight against climate change...”

BASF, Porsche, and BEST successfully complete pilot project on chemical recycling

Complex waste streams from end-of-life vehicles can be processed through chemical recycling into raw materials for new vehicle components such as foam for steering wheels

Splitting water: How order and disorder direct chemical reactivity

New study reveals mechanism behind water ionization under electrochemical conditions

INEOS to close two Rheinberg plants as Europe’s chemical industry hits breaking point

The closures are the direct result of crippling energy and carbon costs, and a lack of tariff protection

Using fungi to produce sustainable platform chemicals

Biotech startup Biophelion is working on extracting new valuable materials from industrial waste

CO₂ as a raw material: new process makes climate gas usable for the chemical industry

Producing industrially relevant chemicals in a resource-efficient way

Edible biodegradable battery could replace lithium-ion batteries

Researchers develop battery material from substances found in the body

Laboratory innovations and expert knowledge at analytica 2026

Key topics: digitalization, automation, sustainability

New sensor identifies gases more accurately with a ‘speed camera’ system

Modular platform enables a wide range of applications: from early detection of diabetes and leaks in the chemical industry to freshness monitoring of fruit and vegetables

Nobel Prize in Medicine for immune system guardians

Two Americans and one Japanese scientist honored for revolutionary discoveries on the balance of the immune system in autoimmune diseases

Unilever reaches new business arrangement for Ben & Jerry’s in Israel

Unilever announced it has reached a new arrangement for Ben & Jerry’s in Israel which will ensure the ice cream stays available to all consumers

An AI Robot for Pipetting

Researchers from the University of Freiburg have received an EXIST grant for their goodBot startup

Antibody discovered that blocks almost all known HIV variants in neutralization assays

The discovery potentially opens up new perspectives for the prevention and treatment of HIV infections

Sweet and climate-friendly: Kaufland's first own-brand products with a cocoa-free chocolate alternative

Proven: Cereal Plants Absorb Nanoplastics

Labelling with gold makes particles visible

AI nutrition study finds "five every day" may keep the doctor away

It is important to eat a healthy diet regularly

Making yogurt with ants

How traditional practices can inspire new approaches to food science

"A DNA search engine" searches through millions of data records in seconds

This can significantly accelerate research into antibiotic resistance and unknown pathogens

Certain processed foods and beverages linked to declines in brain health

The results offer an important wake-up call for people who want to keep their brain sharp as they age

Did you know how long water lasts?

How MXenes truly work

Novel technique shines light on an exciting new nanomaterial with potential for better batteries, flexible electronics, and clean energy devices

Simply taste your way to flu infection

Rapid test for influenza viruses using chewing gum – without the need for a laboratory, electricity or medical personnel

Plant-based diet can prolong life with type 2 diabetes

How genes affect our metabolism

Better prevention of heart disease thanks to genetics

Sugary Drinks Influence the Psyche via the Intestine

Soft Drink Consumption Associated with Higher Risk of Depression

Pineapple juice is scarce and expensive due to a small harvest

KNAUER acquires Labomatic and strengthens its leading position in preparative HPLC

Intermittent fasting, low carb or vegan for diabetes

What does science say?

German frozen food market remains on course for success

Strong performance in the first half of 2025

Transparent artificial intelligence improves assessment of prostate cancer aggressiveness

AI speaks the language of pathologists

Eye prosthesis restores sight to patients with incurable vision loss

Meat is macho: Why masculinity concepts get in the way of green initiatives to cut meat and dairy consumption

Study recommends ways forward to encourage men to change their diet

KNAUER nominated for the German Sustainability Award 2026

Using fungi to produce sustainable platform chemicals

Biotech startup Biophelion is working on extracting new valuable materials from industrial waste

MrBeast chocolate comes to Germany

Exclusively at EDEKA, Netto Marken-Discount and Marktkauf

Merck to Acquire the Chromatography Business of JSR Life Sciences

Acquisition aims to strengthen company’s downstream process offering of advanced filtration and chromatography solutions

Smart Blood: How AI Reads Your Body's Aging Signals

Researchers link physical fitness to blood biomarkers, with aspartate emerging as a key player

Not so sweet: Some sugar substitutes linked to faster cognitive decline

Decline equal to 1.6 years of aging in highest consumers

Research uncovers key mechanism for appetite and weight control

Helps the brain regulate feelings of hunger