Scientists reveal the chemical secret of star birth
Scientists have uncovered what might be a critical step in the chemical evolution of molecules in cosmic “stellar nurseries.”
This elastic material could protect flexible batteries from gases
A new technique uses liquid metal to create an elastic material that is impervious to both gases and liquids.
Meteorites reveal likely origin of Earth’s volatile chemicals
About half of Earth’s zinc inventory was delivered by material from the outer Solar System, beyond the orbit of Jupiter.
Scientists find new way to remove microplastics from water
Scientists find a way to turn a common breakfast food into a new material that can cheaply remove salt and microplastics from seawater.
Is your gas stove really hurting you and your family
If you live in Los Angeles, there’s an 80% chance you use a gas cooktop for cooking. New York City? A 73% chance.
2D material may lead to sharper smartphone photos in low light
A new type of active pixel sensor that uses a novel 2D material may enable ultra-sharp cell phone photos and create a new class of extremely energy-efficient Internet of Things sensors.
Scientists can hear alcohol in voice
Scientists developed an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm that could work alongside expensive and potentially biased breath-testing devices in pubs and clubs.
Scientists find innovative way to harvest the waste energy from human body
Scientists have invented a low-cost, innovative way to harvest the waste energy from VLC by using the human body as an antenna.
Scientists develop a cool new method of refrigeration
Adding salt to a road before a winter storm changes when the ice will form. Researchers have applied this basic concept to develop a new method of heating and cooling.
Why too much of a good smell can stink
Researchers reveal an added layer of nuance in our sense of smell.