Acidity of Molecules Measured Using New Technique; Will Help Determine Substance's Chemical Behavior

Medicine & Technology Apr 29, 2021

Scientists from the Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) developed a new technique to measure the acidity of molecules to further understand the chemical behavior of a substance.

Rare Mineral of Roman Concrete Found in Japanese Nuclear Power Plant

Jan 12, 2021

A rare mineral in roman concrete that allows it to stand the test of time has been found in a Japanese nuclear power plant's walls.

Cheaper and More Efficient Water Desalination Process

Jan 05, 2021

A discovery of scientists on the desalination membrane could make the water desalination process cheaper and more accessible in the future.

What Does Silica Gel Do in Almost All Products We Buy?

Dec 01, 2020

According to pharmacology and pharmaceutical sciences professor Roger Clemens, 'silica gel packets are desiccants,' a fancy way describing them as absorbers of moisture.

What Are Colloids and Why Are They Important?

Oct 28, 2020

Colloids are more common than most people think. It is found in nature, industrial processes, food, agriculture, and medicine.

LOOK: The World's First Real Retractable Lightsaber Inspired From Star Wars

Oct 14, 2020

Engineer and YouTuber James Hobson has created the first-ever retractable lightsaber that burns at over 4,000 degrees Celsius.

[WATCH] Biggest Coca-Cola Eruption Ever! Russian YouTuber Uses 10,000 Liters of Coke

Aug 25, 2020

Russian YouTuber Maxim conducted the biggest Coke eruption experiment thus far, which cost more than $9,000 to accomplish.

45 PAHs Identified To Put Firefighters at Higher Risk, 18 of Which Are New

Aug 24, 2020

A new study suggests that exposure to a harmful chemical substance, such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), is more common in firefighters on duty compared to those who are not.

Experts Warn Oleander Plant NOT a COVID-19 Cure

Aug 20, 2020

In the search for the cure for COVID-19, scientists have come across medicinal plants and thought oleandrin, the chemical from the Nerium oleander plant, is the solution for the pandemic. However, studies show that this chemical is a deadly toxin responsible for accidental poisoning across the globe. Using oleandrin as an active ingredient for COVID-19 may cause more harm than a cure.

AeroNabs: A Novel Protection Against COVID

Aug 12, 2020

A new synthetic and inhalable substance is the next promising cure against COVID-19, reported in the latest bioRxiv Tuesday, August 11.

Naturally Chiral Surfaces Could Lead to Safer Pharmaceuticals

Aug 10, 2020

According to a new study from Carnegie Mellon University, scalable fabrication of naturally chiral surfaces is the key to safer pharmaceuticals.

US Senate Passes Sustainable Chemistry Legislation

Aug 03, 2020

The United States Senate has passed a new bill that will promote and support sustainable chemistry technology for the benefit of the economy, the environment, and human health.

Ancientbiotic: 1,000-Year-Old Medical Manuscript Uses Garlic and Onion as Remedy to Kill Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

Jul 30, 2020

Bacteria has grown more antibiotic-resistant to modern antibiotics which led researchers to believe that maybe the 1,000-year-old medical manuscript they found might succeed where modern antibiotics fail.

Scientists Looking to Use Seawater to Create Unlimited Lithium Power Supply

Jul 14, 2020

Lithium is important for rechargeable batteries because it can store more energy by weight compared with other batteries. Its demand is going higher because of the booming electric vehicle sales and scientists have found a possible new source to solve its scarcity.

The New Ice Age: Drinks Expert Reveals What Makes Your Ice Cool Enough This Summer

Jul 13, 2020

Helen McGinn advises the pairing of different ice shapes with cocktails to enhance the experience of drinking them.