Science Elements

Why scientists are a step closer to solving a mysterious disease. Where a new type of nanoparticle could fend off foggy windows and eyeglasses. How chemists used ingredients from the human body to create stronger dental fillings.

How an important advance could improve food safety. Scientists solve a mystery surrounding the Chernobyl Nuclear plant accident. Technology used by an Internet megastore is helping us learn more about proteins.

A new way to produce biofuels without straining global food supplies. A better way to build a railroad that is environmentally sound. A smart way to reduce radioactive waste at nuclear power plants.

A new computer program could be a modern day Rosetta Stone for chemists. Japanese scientists have created the first self-propelled oil droplets. How mercury levels in Arctic seals may be linked to global warming.

How a new type of ice could lead to greener ways to fight fires. A "self-healing” polymer could simplify plastic recycling. A new biosensor could help prevent food poisoning.

A new broad spectrum anti-microbial paint capable of combating “superbugs”. The first wireless brain oxygen level sensor that could help fine tune testing and treatment. The centuries-old secret behind India’s “holy powder”.

How a discovery about mussels could lead to better bandages. Why it could take far more water to produce biodiesel than previously thought. Scientists are a step closer to understanding what puts sperm “in the mood”.

How bees cope with impending career changes. A “magic potion” in fly spit may shoo away blinding eye disease. A new gas storage material that could accelerate the development of ultra-clean fuel cells.

A new nanogenerator that one day could be used to charge cell phones with a wave of the hand. new evidence that nanoparticles in cosmetics could have adverse environmental effects. And finally, The first economical process” for making biodiesel fuel from algae.

Nanoparticles that show promise for “cooking” cancer cells. Evidence that a new type of yogurt can fight stomach ulcer bacteria. The first automated carbohydrate “assembly line”. Vegetable proteins that could fend off two common medical problems. And finally, new evidence of a controversial energy source.

The discovery of plants that makes bilirubin. A new, more accurate way to date ancient rock paintings. And finally, a super-buoyant material that could lead to a new generation of futuristic flotation devices.

Simple changes in rural sanitation could save more than one million lives annually. A shoe found in an 800-year old dump could help us preserve leather artifacts. Scientists have cracked the centuries’ old secret of Gouda.

A new test for detecting fake organic milk. Two food additives with previously unrecognized estrogen-like effects. The discovery of an historic sample of bomb-grade plutonium.

A new test that could identify illegal steroids in cattle. How eating eggs might help reduce blood pressure. A soybean derivative fights abnormal proteins involved in Alzheimer’s disease.

How antibacterial plaster could put a clean sheen on walls. We could one day drive on roads paved with recycled trash from the Information superhighway. Researchers have discovered the ultimate sponge for cleaning up oil spills.

Technology used on Mars could detect pollutants here on Earth. Butterfly wings spark development of more powerful solar cells. How a blood test could one day help identify harmful nanoparticles.

Australian researchers are developing a urine test capable of diagnosing heart disease. An edible fungus foils dangerous grapefruit-drug interactions. How a licorice ingredient could one day help treat cocaine addiction.

Animal bones helped strengthen medieval walls. Microscopic hands could help build tomorrow’s machinery. How a saliva test could one day help detect Type 2 diabetes.

New evidence suggesting our bodies produce a key component of a common over-the-counter pain reliever. Newly developed microswimmers that could improve drug delivery. Chicken feather clothing that is worth crowing about.

How chemists have created a more effective oral form of a disease-fighting protein. Real-time pollen forecasts are a step closer to reality. Used coffee grounds could one day help fuel our cars.