Gas or liquid, mechanochemistry works there too
Researchers widely study how to apply mechanochemistry in solids and even liquids, but other states of matter can also take part. This article gives an overview of the topic. Enjoy!
The 12 Principles of Green Chemistry meet mechanochemistry: how sustainable chemistry works in practice
Green chemistry aims to transform the chemical industry into a more sustainable one. Thanks to chemists Paul Anastas and John Warner, we now have 12 guiding principles to help turn this ambition into a reality.
A beginner’s guide to mechanochemical terms, part 4
Welcome to the last edition of our helpful glossary, which explains key terms and concepts in the fascinating world of mechanochemistry. Enjoy!
Our new annual report is out
We’re turning three years old, and we’re celebrating by publishing our latest Annual Report, which summarises our developments over the past year.
A beginner’s guide to mechanochemical terms, part 3
Welcome to the third edition of our helpful glossary, which explains key terms and concepts in the fascinating world of mechanochemistry. Enjoy!
Join us and TransPharm on a new IMPACTIVE webinar!
We are thrilled to announce our third webinar session. Save the date: it will take place on the 8th of October at 16:00 CEST, featuring a presentation by Christian Stevens, coordinator of our sister project TransPharm.
IMPACTIVE advances greener pharmaceuticals at IUPAC 2025
The IUPAC Congress and General Assembly took place in Malaysia this July. We showcased how greener, mechanochemical approaches can transform pharmaceutical manufacturing.
What the waste? Shaping sustainability in the chemical industry with mechanochemistry
Solvents are well-known pollutants that pose significant waste management and health concerns. Such pollution problems have led to increasing restrictions on solvent use, as reflected by the recent US legislation on dichloromethane, published in May 2024. In this context, mechanochemistry could reshape the industry, supplying the world with pharmaceutical products while avoiding the use of toxic solvents.
Back to basics: types and uses of solvents
There are as many solvents as there are uses for them: from cosmetics to the textile industry, through pharmaceutical manufacturing to oil production. The history of chemistry is, in part, a chronicle of the discovery and development of these substances over time, until now: their application is increasingly restricted, which has led to the emergence of greener alternatives, such as mechanochemistry.
Register for the first IMPACTIVE webinar!
We’re launching our IMPACTIVE webinar series to discuss mechanochemistry, green pharmaceuticals, and green chemistry. Save the date: our first session will take place on 28 May at 12:00 pm (noon) CEST, with a presentation by Evelina Colacino, our project coordinator.