New process could turn cheap sponge into smart sponge to clean up oil spills
Sponge can absorb more than 30 times its weight in oil and be reused up to several dozen times
Secret lies in its oleophilic, hydrophobic,...
The deep ocean is warming slowly — but dramatic changes are ahead
The world's deep oceans are warming at a slower rate than the surface, but it's still not good news for deep-sea creatures according to...
These common chemicals my harm your kidney health
In a new study, researchers have found links between various chemicals in the environment and a higher risk of kidney disease.
The research was conducted...
People living in urban areas have much higher risk of this autoimmune disease
In a new study, researchers found that air pollution could be a risk factor for the development of multiple sclerosis (MS).
They detected a reduced...
Chemicals in consumer products may cause obesity, fatty liver diseases
In a new study, researchers found chemical compounds found in many consumer products could be major contributors to the onset of lipid-related diseases, such...
Scientists solve mystery of spontaneous smog formation
One of the peculiarities of air pollution in the world's urban areas is that it is not always predictable.
It is not uncommon for a...
Celiac disease linked to common toxic chemicals in daily life
In a new study, researchers found that higher blood levels of toxic chemicals found in pesticides, nonstick cookware, and fire retardants are linked to...
Will our clean air last after COVID-19? New study says it is possible
Since millions of Californians began staying at home and off the roads in March, air quality in the Golden State has visibly improved.
Once life...
Car pollutants may double your risk of this blinding eye disease
In a new study, researchers found that long-term exposure to pollutants from vehicle exhaust is linked to a higher risk of the common eye...
New system could reduce the carbon footprint of artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence has become a focus of certain ethical concerns, but it also has some major sustainability issues.
Last June, researchers at the University of...