News tagged with environmental remediation

Diatom biosensor could shine light on future nanomaterials

(PhysOrg.com) -- A glow coming from the glassy shell of microscopic marine algae called diatoms could someday help us detect chemicals and other substances in water samples. And the fact that this diatom can ...

Chemistry / Biochemistry

created Mar 23, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

New study examines density stratification on microorganisms in aquatic ecosystems

Microorganisms play pivotal functions in nature, particularly within aquatic ecosystems. Whether in an ocean or a lake, they are key players in the food chain and the vitality of individual ecosystems.

Biology / Cell & Microbiology

created Mar 06, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Novel device removes heavy metals from water

An unfortunate consequence of many industrial and manufacturing practices, from textile factories to metalworking operations, is the release of heavy metals in waterways. Those metals can remain for decades, even centuries, ...

Chemistry / Other

created Dec 16, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (13) | comments 4 | with audio podcast

High-performance simulation, neutrons uncover three classes of protein motion

Molecular motion in proteins comes in three distinct classes, according to a collaboration by researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Tennessee, in research ...

Physics / General Physics

created Sep 30, 2011 | popularity 4.7 / 5 (3) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Researchers develop method that aims to stabilize antibodies

(PhysOrg.com) -- Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory have developed a systematic method to improve the stability of antibodies. The technique could lead to better biosensors, ...

Physics / General Physics

created Sep 03, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0