Examining the hidden chemistry of art restorations
Continue ReadingThe world lately feels more than ever like something out of a science fiction novel. Here we dive into CRISPR, a technology designed and used to edit genomes.
Continue ReadingScientists observed a green aurora on Mars, which is the first time a green aurora has been seen on a planet other than Earth.
Continue ReadingSleeping has evolved in every animal despite it’s apparent lack of useful adaptation. When we’re asleep, we can’t run from predators, hunt food or do other activities necessary to survive. But, sleep is very useful for our overall health and brain health, so many animals have found a number of crazy adaptations to get the benefits of sleep and minimize the risk.
Continue ReadingA recent article published by an international chemistry journal faced huge backlash for its stance on workplace diversity and the grad student/PI relationship. Here, I unpack some of the issues, including racism in chemistry, that this article brought to light.
Continue ReadingCan the terrible twos be avoided? A recent study provides hope for parents.
Continue ReadingLet’s learn about early Victorian copper plate photography (daguerreotypes) and how scientists are using high powered X-ray beams to bring to life these fragile antiques.
Continue ReadingScience has long been complicit in the perpetuation of racism. Recently, psychologists confronted the fact that racist science is still being published.
Continue ReadingAs COVID-19 emerged as a major health crisis in the United States, meatpacking plants have become hotbeds for the disease. The sheer number of infected workers necessitated the closure of…
Continue ReadingBlack scientists have contributed landmark discoveries that affect the lives of thousands of people every year. Here are 5 Black scientists you should know… but probably don’t.
Continue ReadingMelatonin is an over the counter supplement that is often used as a sleep aid, What is it? Is it safe? Is it effective? Read to find out
Continue ReadingBats and other animals possess an ability that humans have harnessed with technology: echolocation. Echolocation uses the echoes of sound waves to create an image that the animal uses to navigate and hunt.
Continue ReadingMusic is a drug. How does it work?
Continue ReadingGetting to know the positive side of GMO and how it has been helping to advance medicine.
Continue ReadingEffectively, carbon dioxide reduction through sustainable energy supplies represents the process of photosynthesis. In the last decade, ethanol production from carbon dioxide reduction shows promise as a true means to imitate plant energy storage and reverse the process of burning carbon fuels. Details within.
Continue ReadingPharmaceutical jewelry is a relatively new concept that takes advantage of the transdermal drug delivery technology developed in 1979. Researchers today are exploring options for delivering birth control through small patches adhered to earring backs, necklaces, and watches.
Continue ReadingHave you ever wondered what makes a firefly glow? Learn about the exciting chemistry behind this beautiful summertime insect.
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