New aerogels offer a greener way to clean up oil spills
Scientists created a strong, highly porous solid that can clean up oil spills using sustainable and reusable materials.
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New way to find geothermal energy
Scientists used an exploration approach developed by the oil industry to track down geothermal energy sources.
Scientists use modified DNA to classify breast cancer
Researchers used DNA tags to divide an aggressive form of breast cancer into 2 major subtypes. They found these subtypes respond differently…
Natural materials to support green energy
Scientists recycled discarded eggshells to capture rare earth elements used in green energy technology.
Mistakes in DNA shape gene activity
Researchers used a new sequencing technology to explore the human genome. They found that DNA methylation is linked to gene expression…
Does screen use in bed affect your sleep?
Researchers demonstrated that an hour of screen time in bed increased the likelihood of insomnia and poor sleep in Norwegian college…
Astronomers find distant galaxies with neural networks
Researchers developed a computer algorithm that correctly predicted the light emission characteristics of ancient faraway galaxies based on…
Scientists use fungal networks to improve robotics
Researchers found robots attached to a network of king oyster mushrooms interacted more closely with their environment.
Gamers characterize human gut microbes
Researchers developed a video game that allows non-scientists to assist in analyzing genome sequences of microorganisms in the human…
Researchers develop new eco-friendly fashion
Scientists modified bacteria to produce an eco-friendly, self-coloring leather substitute, in a step toward sustainable fashion.