The drugs fenofibrate and gemfibrozil are considered fibric acid derivatives. They can reduce serum triglycerides by as much as 50% in some studies. The mechanism of action is complex. Fibrates ...

Chemical and biotech firms are competing to meet one of the biggest challenges in biobased chemicals: an alternative to propylene-derived acrylic acid. The global market is worth billions of dollars, ...

Hippuric acid, or N-benzoylglycine, is an amino acid derivative found in the urine of herbivorous animals. The name is derived from Greek hippos (horse) and ouron (urine). In 1829, the pioneering ...

A photoillustration of David Romney surrounded by molecules and the words "better synthesis through biocatalysis". Credit: Will Ludwig/C&EN/Tim Peacock/Boston Creative Headshots When faced with a ...

Caffeic acid (3,4-dihydroxy-cinnamic acid) is an organic compound and a potent antioxidant. It can be found naturally in a wide range of plants. Caffeic acid is a type of polyphenol, a class of ...

I’m a big-time chemical and a clue to how chemists are celebrating Earth Week this year. What molecule am I? Formic acid is the simplest carboxylic acid. Its discovery in the distillation products of ...

Brenntag has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Henan Yongchang Nitro Fertilizer Co., Ltd. for nitric acid, ...

Caffeic acid is a substance that is present in all plants, including vegetables, fruits, herbs, coffee beans, plant-based spices and others that we eat and drink. Caffeic acid is believed to have ...