An Australian chemist just won the Nobel prize. Here’s how his work is changing the world

Richard Robson was struck by an idea in 1989. Decades later, his story shows the importance of fundamental science.
Scientific American

2025 Chemistry Nobel Goes to Molecular Sponges That Purify Water, Store Energy and Clean Up the Environment

Three scientists, including one from the U.S., share the 2025 Nobel Prize in chemistry for developing “metal-organic frameworks,” versatile molecular cages that can trap contaminants, store energy and ...

Conversion mania grips Manhattan as more prime office space turns into apartments

The boom is poised to change the chemistry of Midtown neighborhoods historically dominated by office towers, hotels and entertainment venues.
The Economist

A chemistry Nobel for crystals that absorb other chemicals

These are a bit like hotels for chemicals, said Heiner Linke, who chairs the Nobel Committee for Chemistry. Or perhaps self-assembling houses, added Olof Ramstrom, another committee member. Or the ...

Trio win Nobel chemistry prize for work on 'Hermione's handbag' materials

Scientists Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson and Omar Yaghi won the 2025 Nobel chemistry prize for developing a new form of molecular architecture, yielding materials that can help tackle challenges ...