Forever chemicals are more toxic in mixtures, study warns
A groundbreaking study has found that "forever chemicals," known as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), become much more toxic when mixed together in the...
New technology strengthens recyclable plastics with carbon nanotubes
Scientists have found a new way to make recyclable plastics much stronger by using carbon nanotube derivatives.
Plastics have a big environmental impact, and making...
Why Canadian trash costs $30,000 per gram
How do you turn nuclear waste into a $30,000-per-gram commodity?
Tritium, once discarded as a by-product of Canadian nuclear reactors, is now one of the...
Turning plant waste into jet fuel: A breakthrough for sustainable aviation
Scientists at Washington State University (WSU) have developed a new method to produce sustainable jet fuel from plant waste, specifically lignin—a tough, woody component...
Game-changing graphene coating could end antibiotic-resistant infections
Scientists have made a breakthrough in using graphene, a super-thin and strong material, to fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
This new development could have a significant impact...
Scientists discover unique quasiparticles in diamond crystals
A team of researchers from the University of Tsukuba has made an exciting discovery about the behavior of particles in diamond crystals.
They observed a...
Scientists discover a fresh twist on kombucha by fermenting fruit juice
Kombucha, the fizzy and tangy drink made by fermenting tea, has become a popular choice for those seeking a refreshing and health-boosting beverage.
But now,...
Scientists create innovative digital encoding system with color-changing pixels
A team of scientists has developed a groundbreaking digital encoding and data storage system that could revolutionize areas like cybersecurity and anti-counterfeiting.
This new system...
Scientists discover key to extending the life of carbon-capture materials
Researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), working with the Georgia Institute of Technology, have made an important discovery that could make carbon-capture technologies...
Scientists develop new material to turn waste heat into green energy
Scientists at Penn State have made a significant breakthrough in the field of thermoelectric generators, which can turn waste heat into clean energy.
This new...