Green catalysts with Earth-abundant metals accelerate production of bio-based plastic

Scientists have developed and analyzed a novel catalyst for the oxidation of 5-hydroxymethyl furfural, which is…

2D materials: Researchers discover multilayer band gap using its own technology

Korean researchers have proved the existence of the second band gap in a 2D structure. The…

Stock options worth more for women, senior managers, study finds

A novel new way of determining the value of employee stock options has yielded some surprising…

Powerful X-ray beams unlock secrets of nanoscale crystal formation

High-energy X-ray beams and a clever experimental setup allowed researchers to watch a high-pressure, high-temperature chemical…

‘Flipped’ metal oxide cage can sort CO2 from CO

Scientists have studied host-guest interactions in vanadate clusters. V12 is a spherical bowl that hosts small…

Americans are happier in states that spend more on libraries, parks and highways

Americans are happier in states where governments spend more on public goods, among them libraries, parks,…

Scientists call for more diversity in genomic research

Genomic studies have generated important discoveries regarding human health and behavior, but new research suggests that…

Fluctuating personal income may be associated with an increased heart disease risk

Young adults who had two or more significant drops in income over a 15-year period had…

Low cervical cancer screening rates

The percentage of women who are screened for cervical cancer may be far lower than national…

New materials could ‘drive wound healing’ by harnessing natural healing methods

Researchers have developed new bioinspired material that interacts with surrounding tissues to promote healing.