The objective of basic research is to gain more comprehensive knowledge or understanding of the subject under study, without specific applications in mind. In industry, basic research is defined as ...

This venomous, 8-inch centipede may be the stuff of nightmares, but it could also save your life. Researchers report in the ...

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Scientists are harnessing cells to make new types of materials that can grow, repair themselves and even respond to their ...

La creación de materiales ligeros y resistentes con propiedades novedosas es importante para la creación de la próxima generación de vehículos. Los nanotubos de nitruro de boro son estructuras ...

One Free Year of ACS Premium Membership could be yours. We’re looking for scientists that are making “chemistry” synonymous with “sustainability.” Are you taking simple steps to transform your lab ...

You may have used vinegar and baking soda before to make bubbles. In this experiment, we add a little dish detergent to make the bubbles last longer and see if you can use chemistry to control the ...

Gluten-free glues could help conservators repair and preserve precious books! The flour-based pastes used to keep your ...

While large oil spills are highly publicized, every year there are many smaller-scale spills into lakes, rivers and oceans.

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