Unique Enzyme Combination Could Reduce Global Plastic Waste

CHEMISTRY 09.29.2020 08:00 AM

Plastic-consuming organisms have been discovered years ago, yet aren't enough to efficiently rid of global plastic pollution. In a recent study, scientists combined two plastic-consuming enzymes that eat plastic up to three times faster than their natural counterparts.

This Startup Is Growing Sushi-Grade Salmon From Cells in a Lab

09.22.2020 13:00 PM

Eating fish, then, seems preferable to meat. In fact, according to the Global Aquaculture Alliance, 3.1 billion people around the world now rely on fish and seafood for a fifth of their daily animal protein intake. Fish are also one of our only sources of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids.

3 Characteristics of Water That Seem to Defy the Laws of Physics

09.17.2020 21:42 PM

From density to its thermal properties, these three characteristics of water seem to defy the laws of physics.

Coca-Cola Uses 100% Recycled Plastic for their Bottles in Netherlands and Norway

09.12.2020 08:20 AM

Popular beverage company Coca-Cola has transitioned from using virgin resin-based plastic to plastic bottles made in 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) in their brands in Norway and Netherlands.

Chemical Used as Defense Against Pests, Used by Moths to Lay Eggs

09.11.2020 08:30 AM

Isothiocyanates, produced by cruciferous plants as a defense against pests, are also key in telling diamondback moths where to lay their eggs.

Reassembled Catalyst Enables Efficient Production of Hydrogen Gas

09.05.2020 08:00 AM

Hydrogen fuel as a renewable source of energy is done by splitting water. A team from Virginia Tech developed a new technique to efficiently split water by chemically reassembling a catalyst.

"Colossal Forces of Nature" Blast 165-ft Deep Hole in Russian Tundra

08.30.2020 22:38 PM

A crater 165 feet deep in the Russian Arctic, first discovered back in July, was believed to have been caused by the explosion of a methane gas buildup.

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

08.25.2020 08:00 AM

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

Firefighters Deal With This Carcinogen Daily

08.24.2020 00:14 AM

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.

Seattle-Based Company Develops Beanless Coffee

08.20.2020 23:40 PM

Atomo Molecular Coffee creates beanless coffee from upcycled farm waste. The new form of coffee matches all the attributes of a traditional brew but is more sustainable.

Experts Warn Oleander Plant NOT a COVID-19 Cure

08.20.2020 03:47 AM

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.

Ancient Gene Family Allows Algae to Synthesize Antifreeze

08.20.2020 03:12 AM

Researchers have demonstrated two species of single-celled green algae that can synthesize is its antifreeze thanks to an ancient gene family.

Five Easy, Fun Science experiments to do With Kids at Home

08.19.2020 10:24 AM

You can help your child learn their science lessons through simple science projects. Easy projects that demonstrate scientific concepts, and show how these concepts apply in everyday life, will encourage them to explore the world of science further. Also, with schools closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, the following simple science projects will give the children something fun to do.

Scientists Uncover Mysterious Structure of Blue Whirling Flame

08.14.2020 10:34 AM

In a recent study, researchers from the University of Maryland have finally uncovered the mystery of the whirling blue flame. As it burns fuel with practically no soot, this could be useful for cleaning oil spills.

Naturally Chiral Surfaces Could Lead to Safer Pharmaceuticals

08.10.2020 09:00 AM

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