• How Photoinitiators Have Revolutionized UV-curing

    How Photoinitiators Have Revolutionized UV-curing

    Energy curing, more specifically, ultraviolet curing has been around since 1960s. However, UV-LED technology is slowly replacing conventional UV curing. The conventional process is used in various industries, offering several benefits over traditional ‘air’ drying techniques. These processes boost production speed; allow higher print quality, reduced rejection rates and glossy finishes. UV-LEDs are expected to
  • Palladium And Ruthenium Catalyzed Reactions In Fine Chemical Industry

    Palladium And Ruthenium Catalyzed Reactions In Fine Chemical Industry

    Catalysts help speed up chemical reactions without themselves changing in the process. In chemical industries where reactions occur on a large scale, metal catalysts allow continuous acceleration improving reaction efficiency. Productivity is directly affected through the use of catalysts. Industrial catalytic procedures often require late transition metal catalysts for organic synthesis, prominently including platinum, palladium
  • Rare sugars: L-Rhamnose, D-Galactose and D-Mannose

    Rare sugars: L-Rhamnose, D-Galactose and D-Mannose

    Carbohydrates, or as they are more commonly called sugars, are one of the four most important biological macromolecules. These are the primary sources of energy for most organisms. From single-celled bacteria to multicellular human beings, almost all organisms are dependent on sugars. Simple sugars, most prominently glucose, are abundant in nature. These are also the
  • Advantages of PEF Over PET

    Advantages of PEF Over PET

    Polyesters are one of the major products of the plastic industry. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a common variation used in its production. PET is produced from terephthalic acid (PTA) and ethylene glycol (EG). PTA is derived from para-xylene which is produced through oil refining. While EG is also produced through ethylene obtained from oil cracking,
  • Peptides in Skincare: Learn the Benefits

    Peptides in Skincare: Learn the Benefits

    Over the passage of time, science has proven that cosmetic peptides fulfill a significant role in managing wrinkles and fine lines. So much so that a few studies even claim cosmetic peptides can reverse the signs of aging. However, the million dollar question is: how do peptides present in cosmetic products make your skin supple
  • Cosmetic Peptides and Its Types

    Cosmetic Peptides and Its Types

    Peptide is a generic term that refers to a short chain of amino acids. It is important to bear in mind that amino acids are monomers that are used to create proteins. Typically, peptides are not the same as proteins. They have shorter chains and do not possess secondary folding configurations. As a general rule,
  • FCAD Emerges As the Ultimate Source of Halofuginone

    FCAD Emerges As the Ultimate Source of Halofuginone

    Brief Introduction of Halofuginone Chemical derivative of febrifugine, Halofuginone is a natural quinazolinone found in Chinese herb Dichora. Previously, the drug was used in veterinary medicine; however, today it is being developed for the treatment of scleroderma and has received orphan drug designation from FDA. Halofuginone is an inhibitor that inhibits the development of T
  • FCAD Successfully Developed Three New Electrolytes to Be Used In Lithium-Ion Batteries

    FCAD Successfully Developed Three New Electrolytes to Be Used In Lithium-Ion Batteries

    Previously, nickel-cadmium was the only batteries for charging portable electronics and other equipment. Ranging from wireless forms of communications to mobile computing, nickel-cadmium was a top choice. However, during the early 1990s, lithium-ion surfaced in the market, providing competition to the otherwise popular option. In the present day, lithium-ion has emerged as the most promising
  • Uses of Enzymes in Various Industries

    Uses of Enzymes in Various Industries

    Enzymes are biological molecules that catalyze chemical reactions. In enzymatic reactions, the molecules at the beginning of the process are converted into different molecules called products. Almost all chemical reactions in a biological cell need enzymes in order to occur at rates sufficient for life. Some enzymes are used commercially in various industries. Here’s a

  • Why FCAD Invested in Ionic Liquids?

    Why FCAD Invested in Ionic Liquids?

    Low Melting Point Ever tried melting table salt? You can’t melt it in a kitchen because they have a melting point of 801○C! Table salt can easily be dissolved in water, but cannot be melted. This is due to the presence of cations and anions in salt. They pack well to each other, lose their