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High Atom-Economy Low-Temperature Depolymerization of Polyethylene Terephthalate Using Choline Hydroxide

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00314A, Paper

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Zeljko Petrovski, Hugo Q. Araujo, Diogo Martins, João Gonçalves, Inês Matos, Marcia Ventura, Mario Emanuel Dinis, Diana Fonseca Tomazio, Luis C Branco, Nuno Lapa
This study investigates the low-temperature depolymerization of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) using near-stoichiometric choline hydroxide (ChOH) in methanol, assisted by dichloromethane (DCM) or dimethoxymethane (DMM) as co-solvents. The DCM-assisted system enables...
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Green in situ ionic liquid-based microextraction for selective determination and operational speciation of Cr(III) and Cr(VI) in environmental and biological samples: a sustainable analytical approach

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00274A, Paper

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Salma Salmasi, Mehdi Hosseini, Ebaa Adnan Azooz
A green in situ ionic liquid microextraction combined with FAAS enables selective operational speciation of Cr(III) and Cr(VI) in environmental and biological samples with high sensitivity and efficiency.
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Evaluating the recyclability and restabilization of laboratory plastics consumables: impact of autoclaving and mechanical recycling on polypropylene

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00069J, Paper

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Kim Hao Ng, Leonard D. Süss, Franziska Hirschel, Michael Müller, Bianca R. Schell, Elke Metzsch-Zilligen, Rudolf Pfaendner, Nico Bruns
Recyclability of laboratory polypropylene: effects of autoclaving, repeated extrusion, and restabilization on recyclability enabling a sustainable second life-cycle.
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Enhanced phosphorus recovery from anaerobic dairy effluent through acidification or ozonation pretreatments combined with biochar and iron chloride

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00071A, Paper

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Mariana Coelho Santoro, Daniel G. Strawn, Gregory Möller
Anaerobically digested (AD) dairy effluent is rich in phosphorus (P) and nitrogen (N) and requires treatment before discharge.
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Dual-role iron catalyst for covalent triazine framework synthesis and efficient CO2 cycloaddition under mild conditions

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00231E, Paper

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Mozhdeh Pourmansouri, Negin Amiraslani, Piero Mastrorilli, Stefano Todisco, Mojtaba Khorasani
An earth-abundant iron catalyst plays a dual role: first, constructing a porous covalent triazine framework, and then efficiently converting CO₂ into cyclic carbonates under mild conditions.
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The impact of cell standardization on niche markets for battery applications: an analysis of various cylindrical cell formats

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00151C, Paper

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Jan-Hendrik Richter, Martin Gouverneur, Joris Spikker, Maurice Herben, Sebastian Thiede, Simon Lux
An approach to address multiple battery niche applications using an optimized set of cylindrical cell formats, thereby leveraging economies of scale to ultimately reduce energy consumption and manufacturing costs per kilowatt-hour.
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Chemoselective Reduction of Thioureas to N-Methylamines and N,N-Dimethylamines Using Cu-based Catalyst

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00242K, Paper

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Yuanchen Jie, Jun Zhu, Yongtao Wang, Jia Yao, Haoran Li
We report a general copper-catalyzed hydrogenative reduction of thioureas to N-methylamine and N,N-dimethylamine (10 examples, 42-99% carbon utilization rate) using PhSiH3 as the hydrogenation reagent, which realize the highly efficient...
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Self-assembled carbazole amphiphiles for postharvest monitoring of pest infestation through uric acid detection

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00116E, Paper

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Harshal V. Barkale, Nilanjan Dey
Hierarchical probe–urate interactions enable dual fluorescence switching for ultrasensitive uric acid detection in cereals, providing a rapid non-enzymatic tool for postharvest contamination monitoring.
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Sustainable chemistry in pharma: Pfizer green chemistry team's perspective

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00761E, Perspective

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Christophe Allais, Seda Arat, Juan Colberg, David F. Fernández, María González-Esguevillas, Rajesh Kumar, Johnny W. Lee, Jovan Livada, Chase Mack, Jared L. Piper, Philipp C. Roosen, Lauren C. Scott, Paul Richardson
The Pfizer green chemistry team on its 25th anniversary, highlights key areas of focus from discovery to manufacturing waste treatment within our small molecule portfolio.
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Electrified, decentralised upcycling of platinum-group metals from spent automotive catalysts into functional electrocatalysts

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2729-2747
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00190D, Paper

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Luis F. Leon-Fernandez, Frantisek Kukurugya, Omar Martinez-Mora, Stefanos Mourdikoudis, Lunjie Zeng, Maria M. Parascanu, Aitana Saez, Jan Fransaer, Jeroen Spooren, Xochitl Dominguez-Benetton
Modular MWAL-GDEx enables decentralised PGM recycling: ≥90% leaching and selective conversion to functional Pt–Pd–Rh nanoparticles.
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Correction: Enhanced plant growth and harvestable yield through fluorescent copper-based composites

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2758-2758
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU90025A, Correction

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Konstantinos T. Kotoulas, Thomas Hinton, Ethan Macallister, Jai Ram, John D. Wallis, Yunhong Jiang, Andrew D. Burrows, Gareth W. V. Cave, Ming Xie
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Recovery of bioactive plant compounds from biomass waste using sustainable methods: a review

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2463-2490
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00695C, Tutorial Review

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Edgar I. Juárez-Robles, Rodrigo Barrón-Velázquez, Mariana Macías-Alonso, Rosa Hernández-Soto, Iván Córdova-Guerrero, Joaquin G. Marrero
The circular bioeconomy promotes the sustainable use of renewable biomass to enhance resource efficiency and reduce environmental impacts.
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Biodiesel production under a microwave-assisted approach using a glycerol-derived Zn bifunctional catalyst

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2653-2664
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00192K, Paper

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Michelle Pains Duarte, Luis Páramo, Tashiah Roper-Mungal, Rafik Naccache
A bifunctional catalyst derived from glycerol has proven effective in converting oil containing up to 10% free fatty acids, highlighting a promising approach for recycling crude glycerol and rendering biodiesel synthesis more sustainable.
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A model for evaluating programs to promote pro-environmental attitudes and behavior

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2636-2652
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00880H, Paper

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Ayshi Sindiani-Bsoul, Sherman Rosenfeld, Shelley Rap, Ron Blonder
Many educational programs seek to promote students' pro-environmental attitudes and behaviors, yet few are explicitly designed or examined in light of evidence-based design features known to support such change.
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A synthetic toolbox for sustainable methods in porphyrin chemistry

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2694-2705
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00176A, Paper

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Karolina Urbańska, Liam Cribbin, Brendan Twamley, Fiach O Ceallaigh, Mathias O. Senge
A new flow-assisted method for porphyrin synthesis is presented, covering a library of 40 compounds. Implementing a continuous stirred tank reactor led to the reduction in the demand for chlorinated solvents by up to 90% and improved E-factors.
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Mechanical, morphological and interfacial characterization of peanut shell powder modified milkweed–Aristida hystrix hybrid fiber reinforced epoxy composites

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2665-2679
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00165C, Paper

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Manickaraj Karuppusamy, Sivasubramanian Palanisamy, Silambarasan Balakrishnamoorthi, Ashok Raj Rajendran, Subbiah Parvathy Velmurugan, Kumar Sureshkumar, Syed Kashif Ali, Subramanian Lakshmi Sankar, Karthikayan Sundararajan, Aravindhan Alagarsamy, Mezigebu Belay
Milkweed–Aristida hystrix fiber reinforced epoxy composites with peanut shell powder were fabricated and evaluated. Hybridization enhanced mechanical strength, interfacial adhesion, and sustainability for lightweight engineering applications
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Enhanced catalytic turnover and robustness of laccase from Trametes pubescens through carrier-free aggregation

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2680-2693
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00142D, Paper

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Afsheen Aman, Muhammad, Faiza Shahid, Asma Ansari, Muhammad Sohail
Green biocatalysis has revolutionized industrial processing by replacing whole-cell systems with robust immobilized biocatalysts, significantly streamlining downstream purification.
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Recycling of solar cells recovered from waste panels into efficient silicon-based composite electrodes for energy-storage applications

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2706-2728
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00083E, Paper

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Soumya Ranjan Nayak, Manisha Balkhandia, Imran Chhimpa, Sushil Kumar
The significant increase in solar photovoltaic modules installations has generated volumes of end-of-life (EoL) solar modules waste, emphasizing the need for sustainable recycling and environment friendly waste management strategies.
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Tracing oxygen-atom relocation from carbohydrates to renewable chemicals for redox-economic and waste-minimized syntheses

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2491-2509
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00011H, Critical Review

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Saikat Dutta
This review introduces the oxygen-atom relocation as a strategy to design redox-economic, waste-minimized synthesis of renewable chemicals from carbohydrates. Redox economy index (REI) has been introduced as a new green metric to evaluate strategies.
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A VR-assisted hybrid teaching model for sustainable mechanochemical synthesis: educational overview and case study of a Cu–N-heterocyclic carbene undergraduate laboratory

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2601-2610
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00054A, Paper

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Abeer Shunnar, Abdulrahman Aoudi, Suleiman Musa, Mohamed Aslam, Safaa Mohamad Al Yousif, Aya Shanti, Gihan Daw El Bait, Amin Ahmed Babiker Ali, Meriem Bildsten, Emilia Oueis, Andrew B. Lowe, Janah Shaya
A hybrid VR-mechanochemistry laboratory model modernizes undergraduate chemistry teaching while reducing waste, energy use, and access barriers. Graphical abstract image generated with BioRender.
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Using curated chatbots to support students' exploration and awareness of sustainability through essay writing

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2589-2600
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00948K, Paper

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Morgan J. Clark, Micke Reynders, Thomas Holme
For many students assignments connecting chemistry to sustainability are outside of their prior experience, and helpful resources such as a curated chatbot can provide directed assistance even when instructors are unavailable.
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Towards globally conscious chemistry: perspectives on educators' responsibilities, entrepreneurship and a framework for practice

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2546-2555
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00970G, Perspective

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Nikki Y. T. Man
Perspectives on chemistry education as ethical practice embedded in wider systems, highlighting educators' responsibilities in framing sustainability and entrepreneurship, and a reflexive curriculum checklist to support globally conscious teaching.
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Analysis of carbon capture strategies for refineries considering extraordinary future economic and policy uncertainties

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2621-2635
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00853K, Paper

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Fang Li, Liang Jing, Sean McCoy, Sara Hastings-Simon, Joule Bergerson
Disruptions to traditional fuel markets mean that refineries face a future defined by profound uncertainty. Navigation requires rigorous systems analysis of carbon capture strategies to understand its competitiveness in an evolving energy landscape.
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The potential for systems thinking as an approach for evaluating false science information

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2538-2545
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00901D, Perspective

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Alisha R. Szozda, Peter G. Mahaffy, Alison B. Flynn
Using systems thinking skills to evaluate misinformation related to global challenges.
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Improving 3D printing sustainability in academic research: a PLA recycling initiative

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2611-2620
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00959F, Paper

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Tristan Perodeau, Nazim Boudjerada, Maxime Goulet, Stéphanie Poirier, Audrey Laventure
A 3D printing sustainability initiative is presented highlighting how to transform a laboratory-based effort to a campus-wide adaptable framework.
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Low-pressure flow-through fractionation of Quercus mongolica for highly selective cellulose and reactive lignin recovery: a lignocellulosic biorefinery approach

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2748-2757
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00148C, Paper

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Imam Hidayat Nurwahid, Sarah Keiza Ismail, Vanny Natasya, Jae-Wook Choi, Kyeongsu Kim, Seongmin Jin, Hyunjoo Lee, Chun-Jae Yoo, Jeong-Myeong Ha, Chang Soo Kim
A novel low-pressure flow-through fractionation approach for hardwood to facilitate a sustainable lignocellulosic biorefinery.
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A concept for the molecular design of readily treatable chemicals

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2527-2537
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00944H, Perspective

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Gabriel Sigmund, Sanne J. Smith, Anett Georgi, Thomas V. Wagner, Mohamed Ateia, Benedikt M. Aumeier, Jouke E. Dykstra, Holger V. Lutze, Michael Neumann, Nora B. Sutton, Daniel Zahn, Zhanyun Wang
A new framework to identify “readily treatable” chemicals based on molecular features relevant to water-treatment technologies, can complement “safe-by-design” approaches. Image generated with BioRender.
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A comparative analysis of MCDA methods for safe and sustainable by design assessment

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2510-2526
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00028B, Critical Review

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Takshak Shende, Viktor Popov
Compensatory MCDA methods fail as SSbD safety gates by allowing sustainability to offset hazards. We recommend a two-stage hybrid approach: a strict non-compensatory safety gate, followed by sustainability ranking for safe alternatives. Graphical abstract image partially generated with Google Gemini.
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Surveying user experiences in an inclusive online green chemistry education community of practice

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2581-2588
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00950B, Paper

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Nimrat K. Obhi, Jonathon W. Moir, Sarah Prescott, Alisha Szozda, Sarah Kennedy, Omar Villanueva, Amy S. Cannon
The Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community (GCTLC) is an online platform dedicated to fostering a global community of practice (CoP) that can accelerate the adoption of green and sustainable chemistry in education systems worldwide. Image generated with Canva.com.
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Flow chemistry synthesis and sustainability assessment for choline chloride, a deep eutectic solvent constituent

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2565-2580
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00480B, Paper

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Marc Escribà-Gelonch, Volker Hessel, Nguyen Van Duc Long, Ramon Canela-Garayoa
A 1 min continuous flow process produces 99% pure choline chloride from waste biomass, boosting productivity ×20. Using choline hydroxide prevents byproducts and cuts energy use and environmental impact, enhancing global material circularity.
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Beyond the polyol: valorization of the derivatized isocyanate fraction after chemical recycling of polyurethane

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2445-2462
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00774G, Tutorial Review

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Marthe Nees, Matthew Porters, Muhammad Adeel, Lukasz Pazdur, Christophe M. L. Vande Velde, Pieter Billen
This review addresses the fate of isocyanate-derived fractions from PU chemical recycling. It highlights valorization routes beyond polyols, noting promising pathways but also technical, economic, safety and regulatory limits.
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The commitment to green chemistry education at York: past, present and future

RSC Sustainability, 2026, 4,2556-2564
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00881F, Paper

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Glenn A. Hurst
The Department of Chemistry at the University of York, UK has been at the forefront of green chemistry education initiatives for several decades.
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Double decarbonylation of terephthaloyl chloride: a dual versatile route to para-dichlorobenzene in liquid and gas phases

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00888C, Paper

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Antoine Beuque, Marc-Olivier Simon, Emmanuel Marx, Jérémie Zaffran, Pierre de Frémont, Sergio Mastroianni, Stéphane Jeol
A double alternative route allows the double decarbonylation of terephthaloyl chloride (from terephthalic acid) to produce a key monomer for electronic applications. A similar TOF was obtained, and a full manufacturing cost assessment is reported.
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Sustainable valorization of real polyurethane mattress waste via a novel multistage thermochemical approach

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00099A, Paper

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Mónica Calero, Adriana Parra-Marfil, Rafael R. Solís, Gabriel Blázquez, Mario J. Muñoz-Batista
This study explores pyrolysis as a sustainable route for the treatment and valorization of polyurethane-based mattress waste, a major contributor to urban landfill accumulation.
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Siloxanes: viable alternatives for PFAS in essential applications?

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00094K, Critical Review

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Erin M. Donahue-Boyle, Mitchell A. Nascimento, Melanie Kah, Lokesh P. Padhye, Jack L.-Y. Chen, Erin M. Leitao
This critical review investigates the ability of siloxane-based materials to become more benign PFAS alternatives in essential applications.
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Leveraging large language models (LLMs) to enhance student inquiry in a nanochemistry teaching laboratory: a Fenton-like oxidation using recyclable ferrite nanoparticle (NP) catalysts

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00221H, Paper

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Jacob E. Daniel, Alex Barnosky, Ethan J. Crace, Abhinandan Banerjee
A course-based UG research experience described here integrates LLMs in the study of ferrite nanoparticles. Ethical use of LLMs to optimize synthesis, interpret complex characterization data, and study catalytic dye degradation fosters digital fluency.
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The role of 2,3-butanediol stereochemistry in polyester synthesis

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00127K, Paper

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Marian Blom, Robert-Jan van Putten, Bing Wang, Gerard P. M. van Klink, Gert-Jan M. Gruter
The shift toward sustainable platform chemicals enables the development of innovative, renewable polyesters that can potentially compete on performance.
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Sustainable air plasma regeneration of screen-printed gold electrodes with enhanced electroactive surface area and biosensing performance

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00113K, Paper

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Sina Ardalan, Clara T. H. Tran, Stuart T. Fraser, Marcela M. M. Bilek, Anna Ignaszak
A rapid air plasma cleaning technique fully recycles screen printed gold electrode (SPGE) waste with lower charge transfer resistance.
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Mechanochemistry in the undergraduate teaching laboratory

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00971E, Tutorial Review

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John R. De Backere, Edward P. Zovinka
This is a review examining the incorporation of mechanochemistry into the modern chemistry teaching laboratory, with perspectives on the challenges and opportunities it presents towards advancing green and sustainable chemistry education.
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Facile hydrothermal assembly of WS2–RGO heterostructures guided by chemometrics: a green electrochemical strategy for ceftriaxone surveillance in livestock

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00059B, Paper

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Nguyen Minh Quang, Do Mai Nguyen, Vo Chau Ngoc Anh, Dinh Tuan, Tran Thanh Tam Toan, Anh-Quang Dao
A green WS₂–RGO electrochemical sensor, optimized via chemometrics, enables highly sensitive detection of ceftriaxone. Achieving an ultralow LOD of 0.009 µM, it provides a robust tool for antibiotic surveillance in livestock.
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Characterizing Chemical Toxicity for Life Cycle Assessment Using Machine Learning and Deep Learning Models Based on Environmental Footprint – Methodological Comparison & textile case study

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00023A, Paper

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tianran ding, Gustavo Larrea-Gallegos, Federico Busio, Antonino Marvuglia , Thomas Schaubroeck
The rapid expansion of registered chemicals, coupled with persistent data gaps, poses a major challenge for toxicity assessment in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD)....
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Cradle-to-gate life cycle assessment of nano-enabled all-carbon recyclable electronic (ACRE) materials

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00815H, Paper

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Arianna Livieri, James L. Doherty, Brittany N. Smith, Gulsum Melike Urper Bayram, Aaron D. Franklin, Mark R. Wiesner, Lisa Pizzol, Danail Hristozov
This study investigates all-carbon recyclable electronic (ACRE) materials as potential substitutes for conventional semiconductor materials in thin-film transistor (TFT) production.
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Sustainable Green Epoxidation of Terpenes and other Olefins by Dioxirane Generated from H2O2

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00222F, Paper

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Yacoub Mahamat Ahmat, Malak El Kaddouri, Louis Fradette, Serge Kaliaguine
This study examines the catalytic synergy between a nitrile and a ketone for the formation of dioxirane from hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) for the purpose of epoxidizing a wide variety of...
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Photoactivated histidine-modified ZnO nanostructures as esterase mimics: calcination-driven surface engineering for hydrolytic cleavage of bioactive esters

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6SU00100A, Paper

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Swapan Patra, Sounak Roy, Nilanjan Dey
Thermally tuned and histidine-modified ZnO nanocatalysts show enhanced UV-assisted hydrolysis of acyl esters through improved surface hydroxylation, charge separation, and esterase-like catalytic activity.
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Sustainability and systems thinking in the chemistry of aspirin manufacture for first-year engineering students

RSC Sustainability, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5SU00925A, Paper

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Two safer aromatic process diluent candidates for recovery of critical metals from spent batteries in a solvent extraction process.
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