The first three-dimensional snapshots of the “assembly line” within microorganisms that naturally produces antibiotics and…
Month: June 2014
Molecule vital for creating water exists in dying sun-like stars
Using ESA’s Herschel space observatory, astronomers have discovered that a molecule vital for creating water…
Titan flybys test the talents of NASA’s Cassini team
As NASA’s Cassini spacecraft zooms toward Saturn’s smoggy moon Titan for a targeted flyby on…
Kids whose time is less structured are better able to meet their own goals, study shows
Children who spend more time in less structured activities — from playing outside to reading…
Nanoparticles from dietary supplement drinks likely to reach environment: Potentially harmful substances
Nanoparticles are becoming ubiquitous in food packaging, personal care products and are even being added…
Stem pipeline problems to aid STEM diversity
Educators and policymakers have spent decades trying to recruit and retain more underrepresented minority students…
Sexting among youth more prevalent than thought? Minors unaware of harsh legal consequences, survey shows
Sexting among youth is more prevalent than previously thought, according to a new study. More…
New method to identify inks could help preserve historical documents
The inks on historical documents can hold many secrets. Its ingredients can help trace trade…
Ban on pavement sealant lowered levels of potentially harmful compounds in lake
In 2006, Austin, Texas, became the first city in the country to ban a commonly…
Collecting light with artificial moth eyes: Producing hydrogen with sunlight
All over the world researchers are investigating solar cells which imitate plant photosynthesis, using sunlight…