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Electrochemistry method using amino acids and coconut oil could reduce medicine costs and promote sustainability

The article from MSN discusses a groundbreaking electrochemical method developed by researchers at the University of Bath, which utilizes amino acids and coconut oil to synthesize pharmaceuticals. This approach, led by Professor Frank Marken, aims to reduce the cost of medicine production and enhance sustainability by replacing traditional, often expensive, and environmentally harmful chemical synthesis processes. The method involves using an electrochemical cell where amino acids react with derivatives of coconut oil to produce drug compounds. This not only lowers the financial barrier to producing essential medications but also minimizes the environmental footprint by reducing waste and the use of toxic solvents. The innovation could potentially make drug manufacturing more accessible in developing countries, thereby promoting global health equity and sustainability.

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