Spectroscopy on individual molecules

While spectroscopic measurements are normally averaged over myriad molecules, a new method provides precise information about…

How well do vaccines work? Research reveals measles vaccine efficacy

The recent measles outbreaks across the country emphasize the importance of vaccinations.

Stars exploding as supernovae lose their mass to companion stars during their lives

Stars over eight times more massive than the sun end their lives in supernovae explosions. The…

Three ways studying organic chemistry changes the brain

A new study using multiple imaging modalities shows that learning scientific information results in changes in…

New photography approach gives traditional cameras ultra-high imaging speeds

Researchers have developed a new imaging method that can capture images at speeds of up to…

Using laser ‘tweezers,’ scientists grab and study tiny protein droplets

Physicists are using innovative tools to study the properties of a bizarre class of molecules that…

50 is the new 40 for safe childbirth?

Researchers have determined that it is as safe to give birth after age 50 as age…

‘Meta-mirror’ reflects sound waves in any direction

Researchers have constructed a 'meta-mirror' device capable of perfectly reflecting sound waves in any direction. The…

How antifreeze proteins make ice crystals grow

Bacteria, plants, insects, or even fish use antifreeze proteins to protect themselves from the cold. The…

Breakthrough could enable cheaper infrared cameras

A breakthrough in quantum dot technology may one day lead to much more cost-effective infrared cameras…