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First for cells as they’re made to manufacture fluorinated bioplastics
Genetically modified bacteria could make synthesis of new materials more sustainable Bacteria have been genetically engineered to digest a fluorine compound and turn it into a new type of bioplastic. This is the first biosynthesis of a fluoropolymer and it could pave the way to making organofluorine synthesis greener. Although fluorine has found its way […]
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First for cells as they’re made to manufacture fluorinated bioplastics
Genetically modified bacteria could make synthesis of new materials more sustainable Bacteria have been genetically engineered to digest a fluorine compound and turn it into a new type of bioplastic. This is the first biosynthesis of a fluoropolymer and it could pave the way to making organofluorine synthesis greener. Although fluorine has found its way […]
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Fluoride Warnings Issued by International Group of Dentists
October is Dental Hygiene Month, but not all dentists will be touting the alleged benefits of fluoride. In fact, the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) is using this month to raise awareness of the health risks associated with fluoride. This is especially timely because of recent news about a study linking fluoride […]
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Association Reported Between Fluoride and Reduced IQ
A mother’s exposure to fluoride during pregnancy could lower the intelligence of her children, researchers say. Following a group of Mexican children from the time of their mother’s pregnancy to early adolescence, an international team of researchers found an association between high fluoride levels in the mothers’ urine and reduced scores on the children’s cognitive […]
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Bone char with antibacterial properties for fluoride removal: Preparation, characterization and water treatment.
Highlights New method for preparation of bone char with antibacterial character is reporting. Silver solutions were used in the modification of bone char. Concentration of silver was determinant in the antibacterial character of bone char. Bone chars with and without silver compounds were efficient in fluoride removal In the present work, it was established a […]
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Fluorine-containing molecules from cell cultures
Living cells produce fluorinated metabolites and bioplastics Natural organic compounds that contain fluorine are rare because living organisms — with a few exceptions — do not produce them. American scientists have now genetically engineered a microbial host for organofluorine metabolism, allowing it to produce a fluoridated intermediate known as a diketide. As reported in the […]
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Organic chemists discover a new method to selectively make cis carbon-fluorine bonds
The primary concern of organic chemists is to make molecules of socio-economic benefit, such as polymers, medicines and agrochemicals. To this end, many organic chemists interest themselves in being able to discover new ways of making chemical bonds to help them build these molecules. The carbon-fluorine bond is one of unique interest among chemists, this […]
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Higher levels of fluoride in urine associated with lower intelligence in children
Fluoride in the urine of pregnant women shows a correlation with lower measures of intelligence in their children, according to University of Toronto researchers who conducted the first study of its kind and size to examine fluoride exposure and multiple states of neurodevelopment. “Our study shows that the growing fetal nervous system may be adversely […]
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Children’s IQ Could Be Lowered By Mothers Drinking Tap Water While Pregnant
Adding fluoride to public drinking water for dental purposes has been controversial since the practice first began in 1945, and the latest findings are sure to stir that pot yet again. A new study suggests that prenatal exposure to this chemical may affect cognitive abilities and that children born to mothers exposed to high amounts of fluoride […]
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Analysis for Fast and Reliable Quality Control for Toothpaste Production
Introduction Many ingredients are added to mouthwash and toothpaste to improve both health benefits and quality. Fluorine is one such ingredient that is added to these items to strengthen tooth enamel and thus prevent cavities. This chemical element is typically added in the amounts of 1000 to 1500 ppm. Sodium fluoride (NaF), sodium monofluorophosphate (Na2PO3F), […]
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