(ACS) – The spread of cancer from a tumor’s original location to other parts of the body can play a major role in whether the disease turns deadly. Many steps
(ACS) – Anxiety over the Zika virus is growing as the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro approach. To better diagnose and track the disease, scientists are now reporting in
(ACS) – WASHINGTON, June 21, 2016 — Why does fresh, hot toast have a more complex flavor than plain bread? Why does cooking raw food in general result in mouthwatering
(ACS) – Today’s mobile lifestyle depends on rechargeable lithium batteries. But to take these storage devices to the next level — to shore up the electric grid or for widespread
(ACS) – Audiophiles have reason to celebrate. Vinyl records are experiencing a comeback, and scientists are working to make their sound quality even better. An article in Chemical & Engineering
(ACS) – Many chemists are familiar with taking trips to the espresso machine while running late-night experiments, but until now these excursions were merely undertaken for the caffeine boost. A
(ACS) – The “Internet of Things” could make cities “smarter” by connecting an extensive network of tiny communications devices to make life more efficient. But all these machines will require
(ACS) – Vaccines have saved countless lives since their first use more than 200 years ago. But treatments for infections once they take hold can be hard to come by.
(ACS) – WASHINGTON, June 2, 2016 — You’ve probably seen that pesky greenish stuff floating on lakes and ponds. Usually this pond “scum” is just a nuisance. But sometimes it
(ACS) – Technologies from wind turbines to electric vehicles rely on critical materials called rare-earth elements. These elements, though often abundant, can be difficult and increasingly costly to come by.
