Scientists won The 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their pioneering research on metal–organic frameworks (MOFs

The 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry** was awarded to scientists for their pioneering research on **metal–organic frameworks (MOFs)** — a class of materials made by linking metal ions with organic molecules to form highly porous structures. These frameworks can trap, store, and separate gases such as carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and methane with remarkable efficiency. MOFs are seen as a major breakthrough in addressing global challenges like **clean energy, climate change, and environmental pollution**. Their applications include **hydrogen fuel storage**, **carbon capture**, air purification, and drug delivery systems. The Nobel Committee praised the researchers for creating materials that combine nanotechnology and chemistry** in an elegant, practical way. MOFs’ unique ability to store large amounts of gas in a small space has been compared to Hermione Granger’s “bottomless handbag” from *Harry Potter*, symbolizing their immense potential in building a sustainable and energy-efficient future.