New invention makes cleaning oil spills 10 times faster
Oil spills are bad news for our oceans, wildlife, and the environment. They can take a long time to clean up and do a...
How waste plastic can create free hydrogen gas
Scientists at Rice University have found an amazing way to deal with two big problems we face today: plastic waste and the need for...
Common household cleaning products could harm your health, study finds
A recent study published in Chemosphere by scientists from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) has found alarming evidence regarding the potential health risks posed...
Meet the real-life transformers: polymers that change shape and color just like chameleons
Ever wished you had a shirt that changes its color according to your mood or a robot that can adapt its shape like an...
Lab-grown diamonds: just as dazzling and more affordable
Diamonds are beautiful, tough, and very useful for things beyond jewelry, like in technology.
Scientists have found ways to make diamonds in labs that are...
New super-membrane makes sea water drinkable faster than ever
We all know that water is essential for life, but not everyone has enough clean water to use.
According to the United Nations, 2 to...
New discovery could make super batteries that last longer and cost less
Have you ever wished your phone or electric car's battery could last longer or be cheaper?
Well, scientists from the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne...
Giant lithium treasure in McDermitt Caldera may fuel our battery-powered future
If you have a smartphone, laptop, or electric car, you've got some lithium in your life.
This metal is super important for making batteries, and...
Scientists use quantum computer to slow down chemical reaction by 100 billion times
You know how everything feels super slow when you're watching a slow-motion video?
Imagine if we could do the same for things that happen way...
Scientists find new way to turn waste coal into carbon fiber
Have you ever wondered what happens to the leftover stuff when coal is mined?
In Kentucky, a state known for its coal production, researchers have...