How Mirrors Are Made: The Process of Creating Mirrored Glass with Silver and Copper Coating

Medicine & Technology Aug 18, 2023

Mirrors have revolutionized people's perception of the world, from their clothing choices to various aspects of their daily existence. Find out more about the history of this clear glass and how it works to reflect images.

Silver of Ancient Egyptian Queen's Bracelets Found To Originate From Greece; Findings Shed Light on Prehistoric Trade Networks

Jun 02, 2023

A recent analysis of the bracelets belonging to an ancient Egyptian queen sheds light on the prehistoric trade networks shared by ancient Egypt and Greece. Read to learn more.

Silver Nanoparticles Could Be the Ideal Connective for Thermoelectric Materials

May 09, 2023

Silver nanoparticles can withstand high operating temperatures without re-melting when used to connect thermoelectric materials. Read to know how.

Two Viking Treasure Hoards Found by Metal Detectorist in Denmark; Findings Include Coins Made Under Rule of King Harald Bluetooth

May 01, 2023

The Viking treasure hoards include several silver artifacts, including some coins and jewelry. Read to learn more.

Byzantine Gold Earrings Coated With Gems Found in an 800-Year-Old Collection in Germany

Mar 03, 2023

Metal detectorists were able to uncover a remarkably 800-year-old collection filled with various artifacts of gold and silver, including Byzantine gold earrings. Read to learn more.

3,600-Year-Old Irregular Cuts of Precious Metal Could Be the Earliest Silver Currency During the Bronze Age in Israel and Gaza, Study Suggests

Jan 24, 2023

An analysis of 3,600-year-old silver pieces from Israel and Gaza showed that the metal was used as payment hundreds of years earlier than previously believed. Read the article to learn more.

Nanofibrous Aerogel Extracts Metal Elements From Water Like Lithium, Gold, Uranium, Among Others

Aug 25, 2022

A research team revealed how biological nanofibrils could efficiently extract metal elements from water. Read to know more about this chemical phenomenon.

New Study Shows Silver From Plastic Packaging Leaches To Some Foods and Beverages

Feb 04, 2021

Researchers have found that silver embedded in antimicrobial plastic - often used for food and beverage packaging - could lead the packaging and form into its contents, especially for sweet and sugary foods.

Infections Can Be Doomed to Death with The Support of Silver

Apr 26, 2017

silver's toxicity can dry down bacterial affects over body parts and thereby heal dangerous disease; know more here

Scientists Develop 3D-Printed Gold And Silver Touchscreen Technology

Jan 11, 2016

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich University scientists are able to develop a touchscreen technology using gold and silver to further advance touchscreen technology.

Will the Next Gold Rush Be in the Sewers?

Mar 24, 2015

Gold Rush in the Sewers?