Tags: Ultraviolet light

Why Can’t We See Ultraviolet Light? Exploring the Limits of Human Vision

MEDICINE & HEALTH 04.29.2024 08:30 AM

In the animal kingdom, it is normal for different species to see ultraviolet light, yet humans are not endowed with such ability. Read the article to learn more.

Sun-Kissed Skin Woes: What Causes Them and How To Stay Safe in the Sun

12.30.2023 00:00 AM

Explore medical conditions causing sun allergies. Uncover the truth about sun sensitivity in this article.

Planets Orbiting Metal-Poor Stars More Likely To Host Life as They Are More Protected From Harmful UV Radiation

04.20.2023 06:00 AM

High UV radiation levels on metal-rich stars paradoxically exposed planets orbiting around them to harmful UV rays, affecting their habitability. Read the article to learn more.

Far-UV Light Quickly Kills Active Bacteria Indoors, Makes Air as Safe as Outdoors, Proves Harm-Free Effects on Humans

03.27.2022 07:54 AM

A new study revealed the efficacy of far-ultraviolet light that kills active bacteria that causes diseases. Find out how safe this approach is in humans.

Hubble Telescope Pictures Rare Breed of Star Called Luminous Blue Variable

04.23.2021 22:37 PM

A gigantic structure identified as the giant star was captured by space telescope Hubble. This was created from one or more gigantic eruptions approximately 10,000 years ago.

8 Times Faster: Sunlight Inactivates COVID-19 at a Rapid Rate Than Previously Thought

04.02.2021 21:25 PM

Researchers recently showed how sunlight is inactivating COVID-19 after realizing there is an evident difference between the newest theory and previous investigational results.

Cometary Aurora May Provide Clues on Solar Wind & Space Weather

09.22.2020 07:40 AM

Aurora or the northern lights have been confirmed on comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko but is unlike Earth's light show. The invisible aurora, triggered by solar particles, may provide more information on how solar wind affects space weather.

UV Light Degrades 96% of Coronavirus in a Matter of 3 Seconds, Says Signify

06.17.2020 11:54 AM

Researchers from Boston University said that the UV light made by Signify could "degrade" coronavirus in a laboratory setting in a matter of few seconds.

New Source of Fuel: Converting Methanol to Ethanol Using Ultraviolet Light

02.20.2019 10:02 AM

Useful ethanol from methanol using ultraviolet light. McGill University researchers found a new method in converting methanol to ethanol using ultraviolet light.

DNA Film Can Be Used As A Sunscreen To Protect The Skin From The UV Light

07.27.2017 11:14 AM

Researchers have recently developed a DNA film that can help to protect the skin from harmful UV light.

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