Chemistry Nobel awarded to three scientists for their work on metal organic frameworks

The 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Omar M. Yaghi and Susumu Kitagawa for their groundbreaking work on metal-organic frameworks, critical for gas capture and environmental sustainability.

• Omar M. Yaghi and Susumu Kitagawa received the Chemistry Nobel for developing metal-organic frameworks that can effectively capture carbon dioxide and other gases.
• Their research focuses on molecular architecture, enabling the construction of complex structures from molecules, which has significant implications for environmental technology.
• The award highlights the importance of innovative chemistry in addressing climate change, particularly in desert regions of Australia and Japan, where gas capture technology is vital.