New computer language helps spot hidden pollutants in waterways
UC Riverside researchers develop MassQL, enabling biologists and chemists to identify toxic compounds in environmental samples effortlessly.
New biodegradable polymer decomposes by 92% in one year
Researchers at Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology develop scalable, recyclable polyester-amide polymer for diverse applications.
Onion-like nanoparticles found in aircraft exhaust
Researchers at Zurich University discover nanoparticles in aircraft exhaust, potentially impacting climate and human health.
Bangladesh brick manufacturers reduce pollution
Researchers at Boston University found kiln owners cut emissions 23 percent after adopting profitable, energy-efficient production techniques.
Concerning chemicals from climbing shoes accumulate in indoor halls
University of Vienna researchers find climbing shoe rubber contains harmful compounds, with concentrations surpassing busy streets.
Waste to wealth: Pomelo peel can be used for electricity generation and sensing devices
University of Illinois researchers transform discarded pomelo peels into sustainable energy sources, reducing food waste significantly.
‘Eco-friendly’ plant-based plastics linked to organ damage
Researchers at Zhejiang University discover liver damage and gut imbalances in mice from biodegradable starch plastics exposure.
Scientists discover fastest degrading bioplastic in seawater
Scientists at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in the United States have developed a bioplastic that degrades 15 times faster than traditional plastics in seawater.
Indoor air pollutants could have an impact on creativity
Air quality in the office may affect our level of creativity at work, scientists at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have found.
Scientists achieve 98%+ efficiency removing nanoplastics from water
Researchers at the University of Missouri, USA, have developed a sustainable solvent that removes over 98% of nanoplastics from water, effective in both fresh and saltwater.