Science

Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Tech Advances Support Decarbonization

Industrial-scale ammonia crackers are reaching commercial maturity, enabling the power sector to utilize hydrogen for clean energy.

New Machine Captures Carbon Dioxide from Air and Converts It into Usable Gasoline

The device, about the size of a commercial refrigerator, pulls carbon dioxide from the air and converts it into usable fuel that can be poured straight into a car's tank.

Geothermal Revolution Reshapes America's Energy Future

Innovative technologies and major investments are driving a quiet transformation in how we heat and cool our homes and buildings.

New York State Boosts Space Tech Industry with NYCST Grants

Funding from the Cornell-led consortium supports research, manufacturing, and workforce development initiatives across the state.

Capital Region Witnesses Rare Total Lunar Eclipse

Photos capture the region's glimpse of the first and only total lunar eclipse of 2026.

San Francisco man charged for repeat Waymo vandalism

Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.

The Atomic Bomb's Creators Couldn't Control Its Use

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's constant recommendation of "The Making of the Atomic Bomb" book highlights parallels between the development of nuclear weapons and advanced AI.

West Valley Demonstration Project Emphasizes Conduct of Operations Training

Sitewide training reinforces critical role of disciplined operations in ensuring safe, compliant and high-quality cleanup work.

Hudson Valley Leader Supports New Nuclear Power Initiative

Assemblyman Beephan backs Governor Hochul's plan for a new nuclear power plant in the Hudson Valley, aiming to strengthen the electric grid and support zero-emission energy initiatives.

Drones and AI Accelerate Land Mine Removal

Researchers develop new techniques to improve speed, accuracy and reliability of detecting buried explosives.

West Valley Demonstration Project Reaches Milestone in Cleanup

Demolition of two storage vaults continues to reshape the site's landscape and eliminate risks associated with legacy waste.

Taste Key for Climate-Friendly Grain Success, Study Finds

Cornell University research shows consumers will pay more for intermediate wheatgrass bread if it tastes good and sustainability benefits are clear.

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.

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.

UAlbany Unveils Laser Method for mRNA Drug Testing

Researchers develop a non-destructive technique to analyze mRNA encapsulation in lipid nanoparticles.