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Scientists create world’s first energy-saving paint inspired by butterflies

Scientists have drawn inspiration from butterflies to create the first environmentally friendly, large-scale, and multicolor alternative to pigment-based colorants.

Common household ‘forever chemical’ may increase liver cancer risk

In a recent study, there was a group of scientists from the University of Southern California did a study about a chemical called PFOS. This...

‘Forever chemicals’ in drinking water linked to weight gain

A new study has found that certain chemicals in drinking water can lead to obesity in humans. The research confirms a direct link between increased...

Scientists find low-energy way to handle temperature control

Scientists develop a chameleon-like building material that changes its infrared color based on the outside temperature.

How an African bird might inspire a better water bottle

An extreme closeup of feathers from a bird with an uncanny ability to hold water while it flies could inspire the next generation of absorbent materials.

Scientists discover a new circuit element, meminductor

Scientists have identified a new circuit element known as a meminductor.

Scientists find way to extract more water from air

Chemists and engineers find innovative ways to access water—including by pulling it out of thin air. Now, University of Chicago researchers have found a way...

These ‘nano inks’ could passively control temperature in buildings, cars

Scientists have created a new type of ink called 'phase change inks' that can help regulate temperatures in buildings, homes, and cars.

Scientists discover easy way to make atomically-thin metal layers for new technology

The secret to a perfect croissant is the layers—as many as possible, each one interspersed with butter.

Common chemical in dry cleaning is linked to 5 times higher risk of Parkinson’s

In a study from the University of Rochester and elsewhere, scientists suggest that a common and widely used chemical may be fueling the rise...