Photochemistry isn't the main culprit in marine mercury emissions, cyanobacteria also play a leading role.

Mercury from the Oceans? Blame the Bacteria!

Efficient Solar Water-Splitting
Efficient energy capturing from sunlight via light-activated nanoparticles that capture hot electrons

Why Don't We Have Magnesium Batteries?
Magnesium ion batteries offer advantages over lithium, but cathode development presents an obstacle

Decorated Photocatalysts
Silver-decorated tantalate semiconductors make hydrogen from water and sunshine

Lanthanides Light Up
Luminescent lanthanide metallogel emits light with controllable color and can be used as sensor

When Air Filters Aren’t Enough
Outdoor landscaping can cause particulate problems inside offices

Health Hazards of Barbecue Fumes
Potential health risk associated with barbecue-fume exposure in outdoor barbecuing settings

Puffed-Up Polymers
Expanding polymers could provide an instant seal for ruptured airplane fuel tanks or passenger cabins

Dopamine Makes Strong Mandibles
Dopamine oxidation hardens mandible tissues rapidly, so grasshoppers can begin eating right after hatching

Angel's Share Authenticates Rare Wines
Carbon dating of ethanol in wine corks verifies vintage in sealed bottles