Take biomass-derived acetone -- common nail polish remover -- use light to upgrade it to higher-mass hydrocarbons, and, voila, you have a domestically generated product that can be blended with ...

Researchers have developed a new catalyst material that could replace chemicals currently derived from petroleum and be the basis for more environmentally friendly products including octane-boosting ...

Take biomass-derived acetone—common nail polish remover—use light to upgrade it to higher-mass hydrocarbons, and, voila, you have a domestically generated product that can be blended with conventional ...

That forgotten bottle of acetone you have under your sink can do a lot more than remove nail polish. In fact, it could even help the aviation industry curb its CO2 emissions. While acetone is a ...

Organizers behind a project involving the use of acetone as a fuel additive claim an improvement in mileage of up to 35 percent. Used in small amounts, this commonly-found chemical is said to aid in ...