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The three scientists, who received the award on Wednesday, represent Kyoto University in Japan, the University of Melbourne in Australia, and the University of California, Berkeley, in the United States, respectively.

According to Al Jazeera, the Nobel Committee said the trio created “molecular constructions with large spaces through which gases and other chemicals can flow.” These structures have wide-ranging applications, including harvesting water from desert air, capturing carbon dioxide, storing toxic gases, and breaking down traces of pharmaceuticals in the environment.

“Metal-organic frameworks have enormous potential, bringing previously unforeseen opportunities for custom-made materials with new functions,” said Heiner Linke, chair of the Nobel Committee for Chemis

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