Splitting water with light via photocatalysis to create hydrogen could help reach net zero emission goals if the process can be scaled up.
Dormant cancer cells camouflage to resist radiotherapy
Some tumor cells were found to survive a bout of radiotherapy, eluding researchers by camouflaging as normal cells.
Can art help us understand our own brain?
The exhibition Brain(s) uses artistic installations to explore unanswered questions and the relationship between science and culture.
Artificial leaf makes renewable solar fuels from thin air
Taking inspiration from plants, researchers demonstrate a proof-of-concept device that extracts hydrogen fuel from humidity using sunlight.
Mechanical sensors inspired by crocodile skin
A uniquely sensitive, stretchable pressure sensor for prosthetics, soft robotics, and human-machine interfaces.
Finding a cure for asthma using biological signatures
Analyzing patients’ urine samples allowed researchers to identify a biomolecule which could one day lead to developing a cure for asthma.
Supercharging carbon dioxide capture
A new carbon capture technique called supercapacitive swing adsorption separates carbon dioxide from gaseous mixtures in the air and industrial flue gases.
Circadian rhythm in cognitive and physical health
The growing field of circadian biology is advancing our understanding of rhythms and represents a model of balance to help inform medicine.
Zafra Lerman: Scientific exchange can promote peace
Chemist, teacher, humanitarian, and peace activist, Zafra Lerman uses science to break down barriers and foster peace.
Offshore oceanic CO2 capture
An out-of-the box approach to carbon sequestration proposes an off-shore solution and a fascinating adjunct to direct air capture.