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Risky Rice
Researchers at the University of Bayreuth have discovered arsenic compounds in connection with chemical analyses of rice—a dietary staple in many regions of the world—that may present increased health risks to humans consuming the popular food.
Soundproof Curtains in an Open-concept Office Design
As more and more companies embrace a collaborative and open-concept work environment, an often ignored byproduct of this design is a concern for privacy.
Washing Machines: Another Source of Microplastics in Wastewater
The research investigated the number of possible reasons for the release of the microfibers into the wastewater.
How NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Will Keep its Cool
New cooling systems will protect the craft, which will fly closer to the sun than any other mission.
A Moth’s-eye Strategy to Eliminate Screen Glare
Thank the mundane moth for inspiring a new antireflection film that enhances the readability of smart phone and tablet screens in bright sunlight.
PPI Indicates Softwood Lumber Prices are Still Rising
In May, softwood lumber prices rose again, likely in response to the ongoing trade disagreement between the U.S. and Canada.
Watch: Ex-NASA engineer creates a friendly car horn. Electricity from urine can now be used to kill salmonella and E Coli. Solar paints can create fuel from sun and vapor.
Watch: Ex-NASA engineer creates a friendly car horn. Electricity from urine can now be used to kill salmonella and E Coli. Solar paints can create fuel from sun and vapor.
Artificial Iris Adjusts to Incident Light
Researchers hope to eventually have the system used in the treatment of iris defects.
Low-temp Catalyst Yields Hydrogen from Water, CO
The catalyst could improve the performance of fuel cells that run on hydrogen but can be poisoned by CO.
Bradwell Completes Nuclear Fuel Element Debris Treatment
All the fuel element debris waste at the UK's Bradwell nuclear power plant has been treated to reduce on-site radiological risk.
Researchers Urge Wearable Device Designers to Consider Baby Boomers
In an effort to appeal to older generations who stand to benefit from their use, researchers are urging designers of wearable devices to consider altering the technology design to better accommodate that population.
Six Things You Should Know About Syntactic Foam: A Primer
Here are six things that you should know about syntactic foam - and why it should be on your list of materials for your next design project.
Removable Seat Covers Add a Level of Cleanliness to Ride-sharing
Adient has developed removable seat covers that will ease the worry about seat cleanliness in the car-sharing market.
Printing of World's First 3-D Printed Concrete Bridge Begins
The BAM Infra construction company begins to print the world’s first 3-D printed (both reinforced and pre-stressed) concrete bridge this week that will eventually be constructed on a new section of a ring road that circles the village of Gemert.
Seagull Droppings Impacting the Environment
According to researchers, the nutrient-rich droppings can result in algal blooms capable of robbing surface waters of the oxygen needed to maintain aquatic life.
Online Database Could Reduce Chemical Tests on Animals
Scientists have developed a new online data sharing system that may reduce the number of animals being subjected to lab tests.
Antimicrobial Products May Be Doing More Harm Than Good
Thought your antimicrobial soaps were protecting you? Think again, according to findings published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives.
Micro-size Catalyst Support Spheres by Saint-Gobain NorPro Address Growing Industry Demands
There is a growing demand for small-diameter (less than 3mm) spherical catalyst carriers, which provide high-geometric surface area, uniform packing, and even flow distribution.
A Breakthrough for Lightweight Steel Processing
Research on controlling brittle stages in lightweight steel production could lead to safer and greener cars.
Patents Issued for Novel Oxidant Chemistries
Patents cover the only known production processes for large scale quantities of reactive oxygen species in easy-to-use, liquid formulations.