Themed collection Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection

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Glycerol and its derivatives as potential C-3 bio-based building blocks for accessing active pharmaceutical ingredients

Exploring the potential of renewable glycerol and its derivatives for the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients in light of regulatory constraints.

Graphical abstract: Glycerol and its derivatives as potential C-3 bio-based building blocks for accessing active pharmaceutical ingredients
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Reviews
Perspective

A promise to a sustainable future: 10 years of the Green Chemistry Commitment at Beyond Benign

The Green Chemistry Commitment (GCC) was founded in 2013 to host a community of practice around green chemistry in higher education. 10 years later, the GCC empowers a worldwide community to use chemistry tools to create a sustainable planet.

Graphical abstract: A promise to a sustainable future: 10 years of the Green Chemistry Commitment at Beyond Benign
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Hot Articles
Perspective

On the role of surfactants: rethinking “aqueous” chemistry

Some of the latest technological developments involving chemistry in water are discussed.

Graphical abstract: On the role of surfactants: rethinking “aqueous” chemistry
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Reviews
Perspective

The need for hotspot-driven research

Environmental benefit will be greatest if we green the step causing the most harm.

Graphical abstract: The need for hotspot-driven research
From the themed collection: 2023 Green Chemistry Reviews
Tutorial Review

The advanced applications of ionic liquids in new energy, electronic information materials, and biotechnologies

A comprehensive overview of the cutting-edge applications of ionic liquids in new energy, electronic information chemicals and biotechnologies.

Graphical abstract: The advanced applications of ionic liquids in new energy, electronic information materials, and biotechnologies
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Tutorial Review

Balancing computational chemistry's potential with its environmental impact

Digital chemistry methods accelerated discoveries of sustainable processes but require assessing and minimizing their carbon footprint caused by the required computing power.

Graphical abstract: Balancing computational chemistry's potential with its environmental impact
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Tutorial Review

Methanesulfonic acid (MSA) in clean processes and applications: a tutorial review

Methanesulfonic acid (MSA) bridges organic and inorganic green chemistry since it is a strong non-oxidizing organic acid with a very low vapor pressure and forming highly soluble metal salts.

Graphical abstract: Methanesulfonic acid (MSA) in clean processes and applications: a tutorial review
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Tutorial Review

Nature-inspired batteries: from biomaterials to biomimetic design strategies

Bio-inspired materials and design serve as a source of inspiration for the design of electrodes, electrolytes, interfaces and devices, inducing flexibility, selective ionic transport, self-healing properties or biodegradability.

Graphical abstract: Nature-inspired batteries: from biomaterials to biomimetic design strategies
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Open Access Critical Review

Sustainability of flow chemistry and microreaction technology

An overview of sustainability outcomes provided by flow chemistry is reviewed for a comprehensive understanding and a holistic perspective. Future trends and potential innovations are also forecast.

Graphical abstract: Sustainability of flow chemistry and microreaction technology
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Reviews
Critical Review

Next-generation nitrogen fixation strategy: empowering electrocatalysis with MXenes

MXenes offer environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional N2 fixation methods via potential optimization of their catalytic activity and circumventing some synthesis challenges.

Graphical abstract: Next-generation nitrogen fixation strategy: empowering electrocatalysis with MXenes
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Reviews
Open Access Critical Review

Deep eutectic solvents towards green polymeric materials

Solvents are essential for chemical synthesis and material preparation; however, traditional solvents face challenges in meeting safety and sustainability standards.

Graphical abstract: Deep eutectic solvents towards green polymeric materials
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Open Access Critical Review

Safe and sustainable chemicals and materials: a review of sustainability assessment frameworks

Indicators and methods for safe and sustainable by design chemicals and materials.

Graphical abstract: Safe and sustainable chemicals and materials: a review of sustainability assessment frameworks
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Reviews
Critical Review

Deep eutectic solvents as green solvents for materials preparation

DESs play a Janus role (chemical or physical) in the preparation of materials. The physical aspect includes solvating, exfoliating, dispersing and confining, while the chemical part includes reacting, composing, polymerizing and modifying.

Graphical abstract: Deep eutectic solvents as green solvents for materials preparation
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Critical Review

Solvent effects on carbohydrate transformation: insights into chemical pathway modulation

Solvent effects are pivotal steps in carbohydrate utilization by modulating solute-solvent interactions.

Graphical abstract: Solvent effects on carbohydrate transformation: insights into chemical pathway modulation
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Open Access Critical Review

From waste to resource: advancements in sustainable lignin modification

An overview on lignin modification and applications possibilities is provided. Importantly, a quantitative comparison of all discussed literature procedures in terms of sustainability is included.

Graphical abstract: From waste to resource: advancements in sustainable lignin modification
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Reviews
Communication

Improved separation of rare earth elements using hydrophobic deep eutectic solvents: liquid–liquid extraction to selective dissolution

Tuning steric environment of hydrophobic deep eutectic solvents improves dissolution selectivity of rare earth elements.

Graphical abstract: Improved separation of rare earth elements using hydrophobic deep eutectic solvents: liquid–liquid extraction to selective dissolution
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Communication

Continuous-flow directed C–H amidation reactions using immobilized Cp*Rh(III) catalysts

A highly efficient heterogeneous Cp*Rh(III) catalysts were developed for continuous-flow C–H amidation reactions of phenyl pyridines. The catalyst maintained the activity for 200 h continuous reaction without leaching of Rh species.

Graphical abstract: Continuous-flow directed C–H amidation reactions using immobilized Cp*Rh(iii) catalysts
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Open Access Communication

Electrochemical depolymerisation of polylactic acid

Herein, we present electrochemical depolymerisation as a promising new technique for chemical recycling of polylactic acid.

Graphical abstract: Electrochemical depolymerisation of polylactic acid
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Communication

Scalable superhydrophobic coatings with recycled polypropylene

Overcoming solubility challenges in polypropylene (pp) coatings: a scalable, environmentally friendly approach utilizing partial oxidation and recycled materials.

Graphical abstract: Scalable superhydrophobic coatings with recycled polypropylene
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Exploiting natural complexity for substrate controlled regioselectivity and stereoselectivity in tantalum catalysed hydroaminoalkylation

Naturally occurring and structurally diverse alkene-containing substrates, terpenes, provided a platform for establishing chemo-, regio-, and diastereoselective reactivity in tantalum catalysed hydroaminoalkylation.

Graphical abstract: Exploiting natural complexity for substrate controlled regioselectivity and stereoselectivity in tantalum catalysed hydroaminoalkylation
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Open Access Paper

Development of a solvent sustainability guide for the paints and coatings industry

A guide has been developed, highlighting various sustainability criteria of solvents used in the paints and coatings industry.

Graphical abstract: Development of a solvent sustainability guide for the paints and coatings industry
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Hot Articles
Open Access Paper

The need to integrate mass- and energy-based metrics with life cycle impacts for sustainable chemicals manufacture

Analysis of over 700 chemical production routes showing that decision making towards more environmentally sustainable pathways is enhanced by combining mass- and energy-based process metrics with simplified life cycle impact indicators.

Graphical abstract: The need to integrate mass- and energy-based metrics with life cycle impacts for sustainable chemicals manufacture
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Open Access Paper

Non-equilibrium plasma co-upcycling of waste plastics and CO2 for carbon-negative oleochemicals

Concept of plasma co-upcycling waste plastics and CO2. CO2 serves as an oxidant and carbon source to depolymerize polyolefins into platform chemicals, whereas plastics enhance CO2 conversion. Fatty alcohols are selectively produced by adding O2.

Graphical abstract: Non-equilibrium plasma co-upcycling of waste plastics and CO2 for carbon-negative oleochemicals
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Paper

Chemoenzymatic synthesis of amino-esters as precursors of ammonium salt-based surfactants from 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF)

Precursors of ammonium salt biosurfactants have been obtained from HMF by coupling cobalt-catalyzed reductive amination with selective bio-esterification using an immobilized lipase CALB. The process has been optimized in batch and flow reactors.

Graphical abstract: Chemoenzymatic synthesis of amino-esters as precursors of ammonium salt-based surfactants from 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF)
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Paper

Cycloaddition–dehydration continuous flow chemistry for renewable para-xylene production from 2,5-dimethylfuran and ethylene over phosphorous-decorated zeolite beta

Continuous manufacturing of platform chemicals from lignocellulose is highly desirable for a fossil fuel independent future.

Graphical abstract: Cycloaddition–dehydration continuous flow chemistry for renewable para-xylene production from 2,5-dimethylfuran and ethylene over phosphorous-decorated zeolite beta
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Open Access Paper

Early-stage impact assessment tool (ESTIMATe) for the life cycle assessment of CO2-based chemicals

The open-source Excel LCA tool ESTIMATe allows non-LCA experts to assess the environmental impact of CCU chemicals.

Graphical abstract: Early-stage impact assessment tool (ESTIMATe) for the life cycle assessment of CO2-based chemicals
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Non-noble metal heterogeneous catalysts for hydrogen-driven deoxydehydration of vicinal diol compounds

A non-noble metal catalyst, MoOx–Cu–Na/TiO2, was found to be highly efficient in the deoxydehydration (DODH) of vicinal diols into olefinic compounds.

Graphical abstract: Non-noble metal heterogeneous catalysts for hydrogen-driven deoxydehydration of vicinal diol compounds
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Open Access Paper

Liquid-phase hydrogenation of carbon monoxide to methanol using a recyclable manganese-based catalytic system

A simple and recyclable homogeneous catalytic system for the hydrogenation of carbon monoxide to methanol was established.

Graphical abstract: Liquid-phase hydrogenation of carbon monoxide to methanol using a recyclable manganese-based catalytic system
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Open Access Paper

Molecular structure and composition elucidation of an industrial humin and its fractions

The structure of humins, a major side-product of carbohydrate biorefining, is complex and to a large extent unknown. A multitechnique characterization of an industrial humin provides new structural insights.

Graphical abstract: Molecular structure and composition elucidation of an industrial humin and its fractions
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Hot Articles
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Manganese-catalyzed nucleophilic addition of aldehydes to carbonyl compounds via hydrazone umpolung on water

Herein, we report an operationally simple addition of hydrazones to carbonyl compounds using an earth-abundant metal, under aqueous and aerobic conditions.

Graphical abstract: Manganese-catalyzed nucleophilic addition of aldehydes to carbonyl compounds via hydrazone umpolung on water
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Carbon-negative hydrogen: aqueous phase reforming (APR) of glycerol over NiPt bimetallic catalyst coupled with CO2 sequestration

Carbon-negative H2 can be produced by coupling APR technology with CO2 sequestration. APR of glycerol over NiPt bimetallic catalyst coupled with CCUS can produce H2 with negative GHG emissions (–57 CO2 eq. per kg H2) using renewable electricity.

Graphical abstract: Carbon-negative hydrogen: aqueous phase reforming (APR) of glycerol over NiPt bimetallic catalyst coupled with CO2 sequestration
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Paper

Characterization of polymer properties and identification of additives in commercially available research plastics

This work reports the analysis of 59 commercially available polymers from 20 different polymer classes for thermal properties, macrostructure, molecular mass distribution, and inorganic and organic additives, highlighting the need to characterize research polymers prior to recycling studies.

Graphical abstract: Characterization of polymer properties and identification of additives in commercially available research plastics
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Hot Articles
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Selective hydrogenolysis of furfural to 1,2-pentanediol over a Pt–Fe/MT catalyst under mild conditions

A Pt–Fe bimetallic catalyst is developed to produce 1,2-pentanediol from furfural under mild conditions of 140  °C and 0.1 MPa H2, affording by far the highest production rate.

Graphical abstract: Selective hydrogenolysis of furfural to 1,2-pentanediol over a Pt–Fe/MT catalyst under mild conditions
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Paper

Integrating climate policies in the sustainability analysis of green chemicals

The grand transition towards green pathways for chemical production, alongside ambitious climate policies, could achieve 90% reduction in climate change impacts by 2050, while fossil routes offer a reduction of 10% in the best case.

Graphical abstract: Integrating climate policies in the sustainability analysis of green chemicals
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Hot Articles
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Highly-stable Silverton-type UIV-containing polyoxomolybdate frameworks for the heterogeneous catalytic synthesis of quinazolinones

The first series of Silverton {UMo12O40}-based polyoxomolybdates linked by FeII, CoII, and NiII were synthesized and characterized. They exhibited excellent stabilities and were used as heterogeneous catalysts for the synthesis of quinazolinones.

Graphical abstract: Highly-stable Silverton-type UIV-containing polyoxomolybdate frameworks for the heterogeneous catalytic synthesis of quinazolinones
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Open Access Paper

Counter-current chromatography for lignin monomer–monomer and monomer–oligomer separations from reductive catalytic fractionation oil

Counter-current chromatography is an effective unit operation for simultaneous aromatic monomer–monomer and monomer–oligomer separations from oil derived from reductive catalytic fractionation of lignocellulosic biomass.

Graphical abstract: Counter-current chromatography for lignin monomer–monomer and monomer–oligomer separations from reductive catalytic fractionation oil
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C(sp2)–S cross-coupling reactions with nickel, visible light, and mesoporous graphitic carbon nitride

Operationally simple photo-nickel C(sp2)–S cross-coupling with a reusable heterogeneous photocatalyst.

Graphical abstract: C(sp2)–S cross-coupling reactions with nickel, visible light, and mesoporous graphitic carbon nitride
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Mechanochemical and aging-based reductive amination with chitosan and aldehydes affords high degree of substitution functional biopolymers

A solid-phase method favors the formation of Shiff-bases from chitosan and aldehydes and subsequent reduction. This provides access to alkylated chitosans with high degrees of functionalization with low process mass intensity.

Graphical abstract: Mechanochemical and aging-based reductive amination with chitosan and aldehydes affords high degree of substitution functional biopolymers
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
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Interactions of multiple metrics and environmental indicators to assess processes, detect environmental hotspots, and guide future development

Sustainable development of pharmaceuticals relies on the selection and integration of unified metrics and indicators. Herein, we present a standardized method to assess, report, and communicate environmental sustainability of development processes.

Graphical abstract: Interactions of multiple metrics and environmental indicators to assess processes, detect environmental hotspots, and guide future development
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Hot Articles
Open Access Paper

Chemical valorisation of biomass derived furanics and carboxylic acids over niobium-based catalysts

Reaction and substrate scopes may be considerably broadened in the context of the chemical valorisation of biomass, using stable solid acid catalysts consisting of nanostructured silica–niobia which outperformed pure niobia and other catalysts.

Graphical abstract: Chemical valorisation of biomass derived furanics and carboxylic acids over niobium-based catalysts
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Paper

A robust heterogeneous chiral phosphoric acid enables multi decagram scale production of optically active N,S-ketals

A multi-decagram scale synthesis of enantioenriched N,S-ketals was achieved by using a robust heterogeneous organocatalyst. A new reactor design was crucial to enable the scaling up of this reaction while the overall catalyst loading below 0.1%.

Graphical abstract: A robust heterogeneous chiral phosphoric acid enables multi decagram scale production of optically active N,S-ketals
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
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A novel approach to amino acid synthesis: acid-assisted reactions with dimethyl carbonate for efficient O-methylated, N,O-methylated and N-formylated derivatives

A novel and efficient method has been developed for the modification of amino acids using a dimethyl carbonate (DMC) in an acidic system.

Graphical abstract: A novel approach to amino acid synthesis: acid-assisted reactions with dimethyl carbonate for efficient O-methylated, N,O-methylated and N-formylated derivatives
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Paper

Direct amination of poly(p-phenylene oxide) to substituted anilines over bimetallic Pd–Ru catalysts

We demonstrate a novel route for the upcycling of poly(phenylene oxide) (PPO) into dimethylanilines using a bimetallic Pd7Ru3/CNT catalyst. This represents the first successful transformation of PPO into nitrogen-containing compounds.

Graphical abstract: Direct amination of poly(p-phenylene oxide) to substituted anilines over bimetallic Pd–Ru catalysts
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Paper

Introducing thermo-mechanochemistry of lignin enabled the production of high-quality low-cost carbon fiber

A surprisingly simple approach to increasing the mechanical properties of lignin-based carbon fiber by leveraging a newly discovered thermo-mechanochemistry of lignin.

Graphical abstract: Introducing thermo-mechanochemistry of lignin enabled the production of high-quality low-cost carbon fiber
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
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Green liquid marble-based hydrogels as pesticidal pyrethrin slow-release carriers

Pyrethrins are effective agents against mosquito larvae, but their rapid degradation rate in water reduces their deinsectization efficiency and increases the cost of deinsectization.

Graphical abstract: Green liquid marble-based hydrogels as pesticidal pyrethrin slow-release carriers
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
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Characterization and molecular simulation of lignin in Cyrene pretreatment of switchgrass

Biomass-derived solvents have been proposed as a novel pathway in biorefining for the realization of biofuels and bioproducts derived from lignocellulosic biomass.

Graphical abstract: Characterization and molecular simulation of lignin in Cyrene pretreatment of switchgrass
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
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Stabilization of Cu+ sites by amorphous Al2O3 to enhance electrochemical CO2 reduction to C2+ products

The stabilized amorphous Al2O3 phase stabilizes the Cu+ site through oxidation state control, thereby improving the selectivity and activity for the production of the C2+ product.

Graphical abstract: Stabilization of Cu+ sites by amorphous Al2O3 to enhance electrochemical CO2 reduction to C2+ products
From the themed collection: 2024 Green Chemistry Hot Articles
Open Access Paper

Reductive amination of carboxylic acids under H2 using a heterogeneous Pt–Mo catalyst

Reductive amination of carboxylic acids under mild conditions was achieved using an Al2O3-supported Pt–Mo catalyst. Various carboxylic acids including biomass-derived fatty acids were successfully converted to their corresponding alkylamines.

Graphical abstract: Reductive amination of carboxylic acids under H2 using a heterogeneous Pt–Mo catalyst
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
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Manufacture of olefins by the selective hydrodeoxygenation of lignocellulosic ketones over a cobalt molybdate catalyst

Cobalt molybdate (CoMoO4) was synthesized by a simple and environmentally friendly evaporation method and it exhibited excellent catalytic performance for the selective hydrodeoxygenation of lignocellulosic ketones to their corresponding olefins.

Graphical abstract: Manufacture of olefins by the selective hydrodeoxygenation of lignocellulosic ketones over a cobalt molybdate catalyst
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Paper

A comparative study of palladium-gold and palladium-tin catalysts in the direct synthesis of H2O2

Supported PdSn catalysts are highly effective for the direct synthesis of hydrogen peroxide showing significantly higher selectivity to comparable PdAu catalysts.

Graphical abstract: A comparative study of palladium-gold and palladium-tin catalysts in the direct synthesis of H2O2
From the themed collection: 2023 Green Chemistry Hot Articles
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Use of dipyridyldithiocarbonate (DPDTC) as an environmentally responsible reagent leading to esters and thioesters under green chemistry conditions

A new, green esterification and thioesterification method has been developed based on the intermediacy of in situ-generated 2-thiopyridine esters derived from dipyridyldithiocarbamate (DPDTC).

Graphical abstract: Use of dipyridyldithiocarbonate (DPDTC) as an environmentally responsible reagent leading to esters and thioesters under green chemistry conditions
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
Open Access Paper

The sustainability impact of Nobel Prize Chemistry: life cycle assessment of C–C cross-coupling reactions

Carbon-to-carbon (C–C) cross-coupling reaction (CCR) protocols represent a major breakthrough in synthetic chemistry.

Graphical abstract: The sustainability impact of Nobel Prize Chemistry: life cycle assessment of C–C cross-coupling reactions
From the themed collection: Green Chemistry 25th Anniversary Collection
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About this collection

This themed collection celebrates the 25th Anniversary of Green Chemistry. Over the past 25 years, Green Chemistry has provided a unique forum for the publication of innovative research on the development of alternative sustainable technologies, efficient utilisation of resources and the concomitant minimisation of waste, the use, disposal or re-use of chemical products and the health and safety issues associated with its manufacture. Publication in this collection champions state-of-the-art research in sustainable chemistry covering all sectors in energy, chemistry, social and economy.

We are delighted to bring together this very special issue containing articles by members of the green chemistry community as well as past and present Green Chemistry Board members, to mark and celebrate our first 25 years.

Guest Edited by: Paul Anastas (Yale University), Javier Pérez-Ramírez (ETH Zurich), Martina Peters (Bayer AG), Helen Sneddon (University of York), John Warner (Monash University), Charlotte Williams (University of Oxford)

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