Invisible poison: Airborne mercury from gold mining is contaminating African food crops, new study warns
Queens University researchers reveal mercury uptake through leaves is contaminating staple crops, raising health concerns.
Sulfated yeast rises to the challenge facing rare earth metals
Osaka Metropolitan University researchers develop innovative S-yeast solution, significantly enhancing metal adsorption and recycling efficiency.
No-sort plastic recycling is near with new catalyst
Northwestern University researchers develop a nickel-based catalyst to simplify recycling mixed polyolefin plastics, enhancing efficiency.
Scientists develop coral-friendly sunscreen from pollen
NTU Singapore researchers create eco-friendly sunscreen that cools skin and protects corals, using Camellia pollen.
Fluorescent bacteria ‘shine a light’ on microplastic pollution
Researchers at the National University of Singapore develop biosensors using Pseudomonas aeruginosa to detect microplastics efficiently.
Decades-old barrels of industrial waste still impacting ocean floor off Los Angeles
Researchers from UC San Diego uncover alkaline waste barrels forming concrete-like crusts, affecting marine ecosystems significantly.
Researchers use seaweed to manufacture raw materials for civil construction
University of São Paulo develops eco-friendly ceramic clay using sargassum, reducing coastal pollution and improving energy efficiency.
Researchers develop safer alternative non-stick coating
University of Toronto engineers create non-stick coating with reduced forever chemicals, using innovative nanoscale fletching technique.
Long-term exposure to outdoor air pollution linked to increased risk of dementia
University of Cambridge research finds 17% increased dementia risk per 10 μg/m³ PM 2.5 exposure, urging policy changes.
Recycled plastics can affect hormone systems and metabolism
University of Gothenburg study reveals over 80 chemicals in recycled plastics, impacting zebrafish larvae health significantly.