The goal of Top Ten Emerging Technologies in Chemistry project is to showcase the value of Chemistry and to inform the general public as to how the chemical sciences contribute to the well-being of society and the sustainability of Planet Earth.
The 2021 finalists are (in alphabetical order):
- Artificial humic matter from biomass
- Blockchain technology
- Chemiluminescence for biological use
- Chemical synthesis of RNA and DNA
- Semi-synthetic life
- Single cell metabolomics
- Sonochemical coatings
- Superwettability
- Sustainable production of ammonia
- Targeted protein degradation
Nominations for the 2022 technologies will be accepted through March 31, 2022.