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technology1 month ago•5 min saved

New handheld breathalyzer flags fat burning in real time

A handheld breathalyzer developed with ETH Zurich researchers detects acetone in breath to indicate real-time ketosis and fat burning, enabling at-home weight-management monitoring. It uses a smartphone-guided exhalation and separates acetone before measurement, and its readings aligned with a gold-standard PTR-MS method in a small 12-person trial. If validated in more people, it could help users manage weight without waiting for scale changes; further testing is needed before widespread use.

via Nature|

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science-and-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Revolutionary Breakthrough: Acetone Extraction Made Affordable, Safer, and Easier

Scientists from Brazil and Germany have developed a safer and more economical method for producing acetone, a key component in the chemical industry. The new process uses light and a photoactive iron chloride catalyst, eliminating the need for high-temperature and high-pressure steps. This innovation simplifies acetone production, enhances safety, and reduces costs. The researchers plan to scale up the process for industrial use and are seeking partnerships with companies. The method also has the potential to be used with other substances and can be further optimized for sustainable production.

via SciTechDaily|

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