Today’s news
New Device Could Detect Explosive Favored by Terrorists
Researchers at the University of Rhode Island develop sensor to identify TATP, a homemade explosive used by extremists.

NDSU Researchers Use Egg Whites to Remove 'Forever Chemicals' from Water
The team found that ovalbumin, the primary protein in egg whites, can bind to and trap PFAS molecules.
NDSU Researchers Find Egg Whites Can Remove Harmful Chemicals From Water
Ovalbumin protein in egg whites can bind and filter out PFAS chemicals, according to new study.
Recent news
Mar. 5, 2026
Researchers Use Solar Energy to Reduce Chemical Manufacturing Emissions
New method can significantly lower energy needs and carbon footprint of key industrial chemical process
Mar. 5, 2026
Second Chemical Spill Reported at Silfab Solar Facility in York County
The latest leak of hydrofluoric acid comes just two days after a previous spill of potassium hydroxide at the same site.
Mar. 4, 2026
The Statue's Color Shifted Decade by Decade
The Statue of Liberty's appearance has transformed over the years, from a reddish-gold metallic beacon to the iconic green we know today.
Mar. 4, 2026
New Steam-Enabled Self-Cleaning Mechanism Boosts Fuel Cell Sulfur Tolerance
University of Utah researchers discover a way to engineer catalysts that can actively clean themselves during fuel cell operation.
Mar. 4, 2026
Irvine Teen Speaks Out After Home Lab Sparks FBI Probe
17-year-old says he's "just a kid whose interested in science"
Mar. 4, 2026
California Teen Speaks Out Over FBI Terror Probe on Chemistry Experiments
Amalvin Fritz says he was trying to find a cure for cancer, not create explosives
Mar. 3, 2026
Scientists Create DNA Structures Without Hydrogen Bonds
NYU chemists find DNA tiles can self-assemble into complex 3D structures using shape alone, challenging a fundamental paradigm in DNA nanotechnology.
Mar. 3, 2026
Florida State Chemist Synthesizes Complex Natural Molecule for Drug Potential
James Frederich's team is the first to fully synthesize fusicoccadiene, a precursor to an emerging cancer treatment.
Mar. 2, 2026
ACS Divisions Embrace Interdisciplinary Collaboration for the Future
As the American Chemical Society celebrates 150 years, its 32 divisions are leading the way in cross-pollination of ideas and fostering a more inclusive scientific community.
Mar. 2, 2026
Tulane Launches NSF-Funded Summer Research Program
The 10-week initiative integrates lab research with real-world impacts.
Mar. 2, 2026
OC Family Defends 17-Year-Old's Home Science Lab After FBI Probe
Authorities say the teen mixed unknown chemicals, triggering a hazmat response.
Feb. 28, 2026
New Tech Speeds Up Toxic Pollutant Detection in Water, Soil
Researchers use AI and nanoparticles to streamline environmental monitoring and analysis
Feb. 27, 2026
Researchers Develop Technique to Hear Single Molecules
New infrared-integrated scanning tunneling microscopy allows scientists to detect vibrations of individual molecules.
Feb. 27, 2026
High Magnetic Fields Help Researchers Uncover Atomic Structures in Drugs
Iowa State's Aaron Rossini develops solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy methods to aid drug design and other research
Feb. 27, 2026
Scientists Create Vast New Color Palette for Biomedicine
UC Santa Barbara researchers develop efficient technique to synthesize non-natural amino acids for peptide construction.
Feb. 27, 2026
Tulane Researchers Named Senior Members of National Academy of Inventors
Eight Tulane faculty recognized for driving innovation and translating discoveries into real-world solutions.
Feb. 27, 2026
AI Unveils Chemistry of High-Performance Battery Electrolytes
Cornell researchers develop AI framework to predict and explain battery electrolyte performance
Feb. 27, 2026
UAlbany Unveils Laser Method for mRNA Drug Testing
Researchers develop a non-destructive technique to analyze mRNA encapsulation in lipid nanoparticles.
Feb. 27, 2026
Booker Native Wendy Galvan Participates in Research at Pantex Plant
Texas Tech graduate student conducts chemistry research as Pantex's first-ever researcher in residence.
Feb. 27, 2026
Alfa Chemistry Launches Quinoline and Isoquinoline Alkaloid Collections for Drug Discovery
New curated alkaloid collections aim to streamline research into these 'privileged' scaffolds.