Sustainable chemistry: revolutionary methods for green medicines!

Sustainable chemistry: revolutionary methods for green medicines!

In today's world of science and technology, the sustainable synthesis of biomolecules and medicinal products increasingly comes into focus. On June 5, 2025, the Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg reported the latest developments that make a solid contribution to the Green Chemistry platform. These innovative approaches are not only crucial for the chemical industry, but also for a variety of areas of life, from medicine to body care to vehicle technologies.

A central goal of this new methodology is the environmentally friendly production and use of bio -based raw materials. The team at the FAU relies on procedures that minimize energy consumption and at the same time increase the efficiency of the production processes. The use of fossil raw materials is greatly reduced by using renewable raw materials and biogenic carbon sources. Another important aspect is the inclusion of carbon dioxide and recyclates in order to be able to act in a resource -saving manner.

Green chemistry as guideline

The Fraunhofer Alliance Chemistry, which aims at the sustainable transformation of the chemical industry with its "Accelerating Green Chemistry" Initiative, develops strategies that serve as guidelines for the implementation of green chemical principles. These principles were formulated at the end of the 1990s and include the "12 Principles of Green Chemistry" and the "12 Principles of Green Engineering". These principles are of great importance in research and industry.

Another focus of green chemistry lies on the process intensification and catalysis, which enable the necessary amount of chemicals and energy use. By optimizing the manufacturing processes, processing processes can be minimized, which is crucial for the success of bio -based products. This is to create products that are harmless, biodegradable and circulatory.

from theory to practice

An essential element of research on the FAU is the use of life cycle analysis and green metrics. These methods help to evaluate the entire value chain from raw material extraction to the end product and to ensure that the principles of green chemistry are followed. The expertise of Fraunhofer-Alliance Chemistry also offers valuable support in the sustainable design of industry and society.

Developments in this area are promising and underline the need for a transformation strategy towards more sustainable chemical production. The progress in sustainable synthesis will be crucial in the coming years when it comes to reconciling ecological questions with industrial requirements. The current approaches show how not only the environment is spared through innovative methods, but also the efficiency of the chemical industry can be significantly increased.

For more information on these developments, please visit the FAU at fau.de and learn more about the initiative of the Fraunhofer- Alliance on chemie.fraunhofer.de .