How big vats of sand could be a key to a sustainable future.

How big vats of sand could be a key to a sustainable future.
Past disasters show public concern surrounding nuclear energy is legitimate, but better regulation could help allay fears.
We need a means of reducing carbon emissions and tackling the climate crisis, but is painting nuclear energy and natural gas as “sustainable” the way forward?
Chemical engineer and STEM advocate Lola Eniola-Adefeso deciphers components of the blood and designs therapeutic particles to help treat disease.
Shrouded in the language of computers, the key is to figure out how to work with, and not blindly rely on, AI.
Catch up on some of the most exciting and impactful developments in science from this year, published on ASN and selected by our editors.
Innovative new designs could help the aviation industry get to net-zero by making planes more compatible with renewable energy sources.
Using advanced sensors and a thermally responsive skin, a new robotic chameleon demonstrates mastery over color.
Wave power has the potential to offset 64% of the United States’ energy consumption, but funding and technology has caused a standstill.
While some would contend that materials discovery will breathe life into a hydrogen economy, it cannot realize its full potential unless production becomes less costly and more efficient.