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When I was teaching in the classroom, chemical equilibrium was not only a difficult topic for students to understand, but it was also a tricky...| Vernier
Dead Head aka caput mortuum, is something alchemists and chemists have known about for centuries. But so have artists.| Historically Speaking
When I was teaching in the classroom, chemical equilibrium was not only a difficult topic for students to understand, but it was also a tricky...| Vernier
Shalom Akolatse ’26, 1693 Scholar and double major in math and chemistry, has found ways to connect with nearly every corner of the College of William & Mary. From lab research to poetry writing to welcoming new students on campus, his journey reflects both the importance of curiosity and community. Akolatse first heard of the […]| Flat Hat News
Innovation in molecular imaging could accelerate discoveries in cancer research, immunology and tissue regeneration The post Seeing the invisible: UBCO scientists create first-of-its-kind imaging technology appeared first on UBC's Okanagan News.| UBC's Okanagan News
A new study, published by a team of UBC Okanagan […] The post Quantum discovery reveals how enzymes tame free radicals appeared first on UBC's Okanagan News.| UBC's Okanagan News
Chemistry professor among 10 Canadians honoured with prestigious teaching fellowship The post UBCO’s Stephen McNeil earns national recognition appeared first on UBC's Okanagan News.| UBC's Okanagan News
In the popular YouTube channel Veritasium, generally known for rigorous research and not making false claims continuously, there was a video about lithium ion batteries, The Perfect Battery Material Is Dangerous. In that video, several times a claim was made that water-based electrolyte batteries are limited to 1.23 volts. Specifically, at first electrolysis was demonstrated, and it was said that at most 1.23 volts can be pushed through the electrolyte. It was also said that water-based elect...| Recent Questions - Skeptics Stack Exchange
The 2025 Franklin Medal Laureate in Chemistry Naomi Halas, Ph.D., HON ‘07, ‘80, fell in love with chemistry at La Salle University. That love has led to prestigious awards, a career in research and teaching, and transformative discoveries in treatments for prostate cancer. The post Franklin Medalist is taking chemistry in new directions appeared first on La Salle University.| La Salle University
Elsevier is going all in on AI and data. The latest release is an AI-powered search engine for its chemistry database, Reaxys.| Research & Development World
Red cabbage indicator is often used as an introduction to pH and indicators, but did you know you can make an indicator from blackberries? Blackberries contain anthocyanins, which are pigments that change colour depending on pH. Anthocyanins are a natural indicator. An indicator is a substance that changes colour when added to solutions of a […] The post How to make a pH indicator with blackberries appeared first on Science Experiments for Kids.| Science Experiments for Kids
A tower of slippery ice cubes might sound impossible to build, but adding a little salt makes it much easier! Materials Ice - 4-8 cubes Salt Plate or tray Instructions Try to stack the ice cubes. They will topple off each other. Leave the ice cubes to melt for a few minutes. Try to stack […] The post Build a tower of ice cubes appeared first on Science Experiments for Kids.| Science Experiments for Kids
I usually do this viscosity experiment using different liquids such as water, oil, ketchup and treacle. This version is a special syrup filled investigation for pancake day! The idea is that you record how long it takes different delicious pancake syrups to flow down a ramp. Thicker ( more viscous ) liquids will flow more […] The post Pancake Syrup Viscosity Experiment appeared first on Science Experiments for Kids.| Science Experiments for Kids
Sterling silver jewellery tarnishes easily because it contains copper. Copper makes silver stronger, but it binds with particles of sulphur in the air, producing silver sulfide, which is the black layer you find on silver jewellery after a period of time. This easy activity cleans jewellery by using a chemical reaction between aluminium foil, baking […] The post Clean Jewellery with Science appeared first on Science Experiments for Kids.| Science Experiments for Kids
Did you know you can separate salt and pepper with static electricity? It works because pepper is lighter than salt, so while both salt and pepper are attracted to an object charged with static electricity, only the lighter pepper jumps up. Static electricity is the build-up of electrical charge on the surface of an object. […] The post Separate Salt and Pepper with Static Electricity appeared first on Science Experiments for Kids.| Science Experiments for Kids
Salt is a brilliant, versatile and inexpensive ingredient for science at home. It can be used to cool a drink or make ice cream quickly, for a lava lamp, and to make coloured salt crystals. Salt is an interesting substance as it lowers the freezing point of water, leading to lots of exciting science experiments! […] The post 10 Science Experiments Using Salt for Home and School appeared first on Science Experiments for Kids.| Science Experiments for Kids
This simple science demonstration uses only a few basic materials but demonstrates several scientific concepts and looks super impressive. Showing children the end result first is a great way to get them to start questioning and thinking about what's happening and why. There are two different things children can observe with this activity. Adding salt […] The post Does an ice cube melt faster in freshwater or saltwater? appeared first on Science Experiments for Kids.| Science Experiments for Kids
History’s deadliest infectious disease has a new adversary. Although many think of tuberculosis as a disease of the past, it still kills 1.2 million people annually. Last month, scientists at Texas A&M AgriLife Research published a study in Nature, revealing that they had developed a new compound that could be a tuberculosis treatment breakthrough. The… The post Scientists have discovered a potential new treatment for tuberculosis – even drug-resistant strains appeared first on Drug D...| Drug Discovery and Development
Click to view the full graphic on the C&EN site In summer, it's not just humans that can be affected by being out in the sun too long. Molecules, too, can be altered by the sun's rays. In this month's edition of Periodic Graphics in...| Compound Interest
pH-responsive surfactants enable control over buckled supraparticle formation in emulsion-based systems. The post Surfactants Steer Supraparticle Structure appeared first on Advanced Science News.| Advanced Science News
Make drawings float with this easy dry erase marker experiment! Explore density and surface tension with kids.| Little Bins for Little Hands
The first week of school is a great time to lean into student curiosity, help everyone get comfortable with your lab routines and tools, and... The post 3 Hands-On, Low-Prep Sensor Activities to Start the School Year appeared first on Vernier.| Vernier
For over 40 years, Vernier Science Education has been a trusted leader in hands‑on STEM education, equipping educators with the tools and technology to bring... The post Empowering Teachers, Engaging Students: A New Era of STEM Learning with Vernier Connections Powered by Penda appeared first on Vernier.| Vernier
Buckminsterfullerene is a molecule shaped like a soccer ball, made of 60 carbon atoms. If one of the bonds between two hexagons rotates, we get a weird mutant version of this molecule: This is an example of a Stone-Wales transformation: a 90° rotation in a so-called ‘π bond’ between carbon atoms. Here’s how it works […]| Azimuth
Want to instantly freeze water? Let's do a cool science trick to instantly freeze water! I'll help you impress your friends, do some science at home with your kids, or set this STEM science experiment up in your classroom. Learn this cool science trick. Instantly freeze water with science at home.| Susan Berk Koch
To start 2025, I'm going big. I'm consolidating the biggest mysteries of the universe into a blog post! These five top biggest mysteries in science remain unanswered science questions to date.| Susan Berk Koch
STRANGE SCIENCE NEWS I love strange science and strange science facts, especially when they make it into recent headlines of strange science news! So this post is a smorgasbord of three strange science discoveries that I think you’ll find intriguing! I apologize about the hiatus but things have been in flux with us. Taking a ... Read more| Susan Berk Koch
Do you want to increase your lifespan? Let's look at some actionable methods to increase longevity, from food choices, to supplements to lifestyle choices to slow aging.| Susan Berk Koch
The science is unequivocal. Positive self-talk affirmations improve our health. Let’s look at the science behind positive affirmations! And easy ways how to combat negative self-talk, so we can all be healthier & happier. Will there be treats? I agree w/ Louie, because treats make me happy, too! But I want lasting, calorie-free, drug-free ideas ... Read more| Susan Berk Koch
Why do you want six easy ways to boost your metabolism? Because six easy ways to boost your metabolism means that I’ve found six easy ways to burn more calories! Even when you’re doing absolutely nothing at all! First, we need to define the term, basal metabolic rate. WHAT IS BASAL METABOLIC RATE? DO I ... Read more| Susan Berk Koch
How to harness the power of the sun? That's a big endeavor! Scientists have been on a quest to harness the power of the sun for almost 100 years. Why? Because the sun's power is the best renewable energy source for the future.| Susan Berk Koch
Now more than ever, the science of marijuana needs a blog post! Why are so many states legalizing marijuana? How does marijuana affect your brain? Is marijuana even safe?| Susan Berk Koch
Israeli chemist Shay Laps filed a lawsuit against professor and lab director Danny Chou, alleging that Chou’s falsified sexual harassment claims indicated anti-Semitic and anti-Israeli bias. The University stated that Laps’ allegations are “unsubstantiated.” The post Stanford chemist sues University for alleged anti-Semitic discrimination appeared first on The Stanford Daily.| The Stanford Daily
TU Dublin’s Dr Furong Tian works with farming communities to positively impact environmental recovery and public health.| Silicon Republic
Click to enlarge The year is 1985. Windows 1.0 has just been released in North America, and the first Back to the Future film is playing in cinemas. Chemists worldwide who need to draw chemical structures have no choice but to use a...| Compound Interest
For more than a century, lead-acid batteries have powered internal combustion engine vehicles, setting the standard for 12-volt systems. From compact| Midtronics
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Microwave Ivory soap and watch it expand! Try this fun science experiment for kids that explores states of matter and physical change.| Little Bins for Little Hands
Whether it’s through science fiction novels, engaging literary nonfiction, or comics, educators are finding creative ways to bring literacy into STEM learning. These approaches echo... The post Stories That Stick: Ideas for Integrating Science and Language Arts appeared first on Vernier.| Vernier
At Beyond Benign, we believe chemistry education can be a powerful force for good. Green chemistry offers educators a practical way to teach core science...| Vernier
Nabarun Dasgupta analyzes street drugs nationwide to uncover dangerous contaminants and prevent overdoses. The post Curbing Overdose Deaths appeared first on UNC Research Stories.| UNC Research Stories
Liu’s research focuses on the discovery of small molecules for human proteins, as well as the functional characterization of these proteins in physiological and disease contexts.| wertheim.scripps.ufl.edu
Click to view the full graphic on the C&EN site What is Earth made of, and how do scientists know? In this month's edition of Periodic Graphics in C&EN, we descend toward the center of Earth and look at the elements and minerals that...| Compound Interest
I find landfill chemistry weirdly fascinating, particularly the idea that untold millions of tons of garbage being stored in giant, artificial landforms—or simply buried underground like false geol…| BLDGBLOG
To support the scientific leaders of tomorrow at the Eddleman Quantum Institute where researchers can exchange ideas on quantum science. The post Eddleman Quantum Institute appeared first on Brilliant Future: The Campaign for UCI Secure giving.| Brilliant Future: The Campaign for UCI Secure giving
I find landfill chemistry weirdly fascinating, particularly the idea that untold millions of tons of garbage being stored in giant, artificial landforms—or simply buried underground like false geological deposits—might be inadvertently catalyzing chemical processes we neither understand nor know how to stop. I was thus excited to see a long investigation of this topic in … Continue reading "Uncontrolled Remains"| BLDGBLOG
ATM-Buddy gets a spray-silvering calculator.| Lucas Sifoni
After some unsuccessful attempts, a first successful mirror spray silvering.| Lucas Sifoni
A better outcome with spray silvering.| Lucas Sifoni
Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup (June 17, 2025), featuring impactful research on climate change| MUSER PRESS
A cancer-killing compound, called tiancimycin, combined with a cancer-seeking antibody, shows promise against an aggressive type of lymphoma.| The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Tec...
One in five of our faculty holds a prestigious R35 Outstanding Investigator Award from the National Institutes of Health.| wertheim.scripps.ufl.edu
Dr. Ziwen Jiang joined UT Dallas this year as a CPRIT Scholar in cancer research and an assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry. His goal is to develop new therapeutic protein-based drugs that improve people’s quality of life. A recent addition to The University of Texas at Dallas faculty, Dr. Ziwen Jiang has hit the […]| News Center
The University of Texas at Dallas has established a new Master of Science in artificial intelligence for biomedical sciences and a related certificate program to help meet workforce demands in rapidly growing, data-driven sectors in health and medical fields. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board in April approved the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics […]| News Center
The MX908, developed by UNC chemist J. Michael Ramsey and 908 Devices, Inc., combines thermal desorption, chemical ionization and tandem mass spectrometry to detect hundreds of analytes at trace levels including illicit drugs, such as fentanyl, explosives and other threats.| College of Arts and Sciences
The annual Phillip and Ruth Hettleman Prizes for Artistic and Scholarly Achievement have been awarded to five promising faculty members, including Alex Zhukhovitskiy in the department of chemistry. Honorable mentions were given to Ronit Freeman and Suzanne Lye, also in the College of Arts and Sciences.| College of Arts and Sciences
Middle school is a great time to give students more experience collecting and working with data. Whether they’re testing chemical reactions, tracking environmental changes, or... The post Four 3D-Aligned Experiments for Your Middle School Classroom appeared first on Vernier.| Vernier
Celebrating the ten greatest science geniuses of the King Saud University.| For Better Science
How Germany and the Netherlands are working together towards a better future for chemistry. Our first white paper has been published: "Enhancing Research Data Management in Chemistry: A Collaborative Approach for Catalysing Innovation in Germany and the Netherlands" Chemistry and catalysis-related research is rapidly becoming a data-intensive field, but asignificant portion of data remains unused […] The post White paper published: Enhancing RDM in Chemistry appeared first on TDCC.nl.| TDCC.nl
Alex Tropsha is part of a multi-million dollar, federally funded project using machine learning to identify new uses for existing drugs.| UNC Research Stories
From studying the vastness of galaxies to the tiniest molecules on Earth, four alumni have been awarded 2025 National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowships to help further the understanding of the cosmos and discover cures for diseases. Two of the recipients — Varun Gunda BS’25 and Zachary Lee BS’25 — worked in Dr. Shalini […]| News Center
Dr. John Ferraris joined UT Dallas in 1975 and helped shape the early years of the chemistry department. During his tenure, he served as chair from 1995 to 2017 and as interim dean of the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics from 2003 to 2006. Dr. John Ferraris, an accomplished scientist and longtime faculty member […]| News Center
Click to view the full graphic on the C&EN site Flame retardants added to fabrics slow or prevent the burning of the materials. In the latest edition of Periodic Graphics in C&EN, we look at how flame retardants work and the different...| Compound Interest
Did you know it's Chemistry Week? Here's everything you need to know about what this week means and how it can inspire you.| National Extension College
CNRS research director Jolanda Spadavecchia was sanctioned with two years suspension for “serious and repeated breaches of her duty of scientific integrity”, 19 retractions were request…| For Better Science
And scientists in Illinois have recreated it.| Atlas Obscura
Click to enlarge Today (28 May) is Menstrual Health Day, a day for raising awareness of periods and the issues faced by those who have them. A fitting day, then, for the second of my graphics produced in collaboration with the PERIODically...| Compound Interest
Sometimes ya gotta go big. For this fun demo I created a volcano from foam and aluminum foil and used a PCV tube to mix up the chemical reaction in. Need a home version of this experiment, click HERE. The post Giant Volcano Experiment! appeared first on ScienceBob.com.| ScienceBob.com
Like many students, those enrolled in the Design Climate two-course sequence recently held final presentations. However, their pitches on April 18 reflected not just one semester of work, but rather an entire year’s worth of planning, experimenting, and revising creative environmental solutions. These courses are a tinkering space, so it shouldn’t have surprised me how […] The post These Student Entrepreneurs Are Taking Climate Solutions Beyond the Classroom appeared first on Research...| Research Blog
Candace Biggerstaff is a lab manager at the University of Florida, where she supports more than 3,000 general chemistry students each week across multiple lab...| Vernier
For nearly a quarter century, Dr. Ray Baughman conducted innovative research in nanotechnology and mentored generations of aspiring scientists at UT Dallas. “His boundless generosity — with his time, his insights and his enthusiasm — was remarkable,” UTD President Richard C. Benson said. Dr. Ray H. Baughman, a pioneer in the field of nanotechnology and […]| News Center
From left: Dr. Rudi Fasan, a Robert A. Welch Distinguished Chair in Chemistry; Dr. A. Dean Sherry; Dr. Daniela Raciti; and Dr. Gabriele Meloni. Meloni was honored as Fellow, Dean and Cindy Sherry Professor in Chemistry during last year’s investiture ceremony. The University of Texas at Dallas will celebrate its newest group of endowed chairs […]| News Center
By Veronica Gonzalez | April 2, 2025 From seat cushions to mattresses to insulation, foam is everywhere — even if we don’t always see it. Now, researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas have fused chemistry with technology to create a 3D-printed foam that is more durable and more recyclable than the polymer […]| News Center
By Amanda Siegfried | March 28, 2025 Researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas have invented a new, inexpensive method for fabricating artificial muscles for potential use in robots, in comfort-adjusting jackets that become more thermally insulating as the surrounding air becomes colder, and as mechanical energy harvesters. In a study published in the […]| News Center
A new approach to drug design can deliver medicine directly to the gut in mice at significantly lower doses than current inflammatory bowel disease treatments.| www.msl.ubc.ca
This week, Cardinals of the Catholic Church are gathered in the Vatican to select a new Pope. Traditionally, smoke signals are used…| Compound Interest
There's a real shortage of popular chemistry titles, which made this book seem very appealing, but unfortunately that's not what it is. Ther...| popsciencebooks.blogspot.com
Did you know that when flamingos are born, they are grey and their feathers are naturally white? Then… why do they display that pinkish colour? And hydrangeas, why do they show different colours? What do flamingos and hydrangeas have in common? And about the leaves of a tree…why do they change colour during the year? … Continue reading "Flamingos, hydrangeas, leaves and eggs" The post Flamingos, hydrangeas, leaves and eggs appeared first on One-pot Science.| One-pot Science
– Who’s the fairest of them all? – But what if the mirror had not been as clean and bright as it should have been? Neither the Queen nor Snow White could have asked the magic mirror that famous and memorable question. Mirrors have played an important role in films, not only in ‘Snow White … Continue reading "Mirror, mirror on the wall" The post Mirror, mirror on the wall appeared first on One-pot Science.| One-pot Science
Last week, I watched a video on Twitter, about one of those balloons filled with Helium exploding when it reached some antennas. But, why did it explode if there is helium inside? Let’s try to figure it out. Before that, here you get the video: This is not an isolated case. There have been lots … Continue reading "Could a balloon blow up?" The post Could a balloon blow up? appeared first on One-pot Science.| One-pot Science
Changing the subject from my last post, it’s time to talk about DNA and the recent discoveries related to it. Let’s start with the most simple question. What is DNA? Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is the biomolecule that encodes the genetic information of cellular organisms. It is composed of four molecules called nucleotides, which are represented with … Continue reading "DNA: much more than the molecule of life (I)" The post DNA: much more than the molecule of life (I) appeared first on...| One-pot Science
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Click to enlarge Industrial sabotage, government intervention, and a race against time to avoid devastating consequences — not a summary of a fictional political thriller, but the real-life drama that engulfed the UK steel-making industry...| Compound Interest
I’m delighted and honoured to have been awarded the 2025 James T. Grady-James H. Stack Award for Interpreting Chemistry for the Public…| Compound Interest
As we explained in our previous article, cacio e pepe is a beloved Roman dish made of pasta, pecorino romano cheese, some pasta water and pepper. We explained the research of Giacomo Bertolucci et. el., who determined that most recipes don’t have enough starch in their pasta water to prevent the cheese from clumping. Instead, … Continue reading Cacio e pepe made simpler→| Food Science Institute
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Spring is in the air, and that means it’s time to break out the eggs, the food coloring, and—of course—a little science! If you’re looking for a fresh spin on egg dyeing this year, I’ve got just the thing: fizzy egg dyeing using baking soda, food coloring, and vinegar. Not only is this activity ridiculously fun (who doesn’t love a little fizz?), but it’s also a great way to sneak some STEM learning into your day.| Thoughtfully Sustainable
Discover how to make secret message Valentine's Day Cards using homemade invisible ink and chemistry in this fun project for February.| STEAM Powered Family
"Discovering new medicines is challenging work that requires the expertise of many. There are real synergies for our scientists and students as we build collaboration among departments," said Matthew Disney, Ph.D., chair of The Wertheim UF Scripps chemistry department.| wertheim.scripps.ufl.edu
Scripps Research awarded doctoral degrees to 59 graduate students, including eight from its partner program based at The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology, during its 32nd commencement.| wertheim.scripps.ufl.edu
CONTENT: INTRODUCTION (1) DNA ISOLATION (2) PCR (3.1) GEL ELECTROPHORESIS (3.2) BIOANALYZER – DNA CHIP (4) DNA PATERNITY REPORT CRITICAL REVIEW: DNA THEORY DNA THEORY – CRITICAL CHECKPO…| Critical Check
Learn about chemiluminescence in chemistry. Get the definition, examples, reactions, and compare it with other forms of luminescence.| Science Notes and Projects
The existence of DNA, its structure and its role are taught to us as facts; recognized and approved by all scientific establishments. But what if I told you that DNA started as a concept. Not DNA i…| Critical Check
From computers to airplanes to life-giving medicines, the technological marvels of our world were made possible by the human use of fire. But the use of fire itself was made possible by an array of features built into the human body and the planet. In Fire-Maker, biologist Michael Denton explores the special features of nature that equipped humans to to harness the powers of fire Read More ›Source| Books – Discovery Institute
Tools and strategies for adapting digital equations using math editors and web applications to display content in large print for low vision students| Veroniiiica
Free online resources for braille art and tactile graphics for blind and low vision students, with an emphasis on STEM content. Written for World Braille Day| Veroniiiica
As an educator and a parent, I’m always looking for creative and engaging ways to teach children about the wonders of science. One activity that can spark curiosity and excitement is a scavenger hunt for chemical elements! What’s even better? A chemical elements scavenger hunt takes zero prep and requires zero purchases! By turning your home or classroom into a treasure trove for elements, you can help learners discover the building blocks of the world around them. Here’s how you can co...| Thoughtfully Sustainable
Looking to add some science to your Earth Day celebration this year? I’ve compiled 10 free and easy science activities that you can do at home or in a classroom that will have learners of all ages engaged and excited about sustainability!| Thoughtfully Sustainable
Have you ever thought of using your uneaten citrus fruit as an electrical power source? Introduce kids to electricity and alternative energy sources with this fun and simple science demonstration that explains how to make a fruit powered clock, along with free printable diagrams.| Thoughtfully Sustainable
