Life has transformed our world over billions of years, turning a dead rock into the lush, fertile planet we know today. But human activity is currently transforming Earth again, this time by releasing greenhouse gases that ...
Biotechnology
May 9, 2024
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Scientists in China have synthesized spider silk from genetically modified silkworms, producing fibers six times tougher than the Kevlar used in bulletproof vests.
Biotechnology
Sep 20, 2023
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As far as we know, there is exactly one planet in our solar system—and the galaxy—which hosts life. And you're on it.
Earth Sciences
Sep 19, 2023
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Industrial production of ammonia, primarily for synthetic fertilizer—the fuel for last century's Green Revolution—is one of the world's largest chemical markets, but also one of the most energy intensive.
Materials Science
Jan 11, 2023
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It is possible to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) from the surrounding atmosphere and repurpose it into useful chemicals usually made from fossil fuels, according to a study from the University of Surrey.
Materials Science
Nov 10, 2022
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Why is ethylene referred to as the bread and butter of industries? This colorless gas serves as the feedstock for various petrochemical products such as plastics, vinyl, and synthetic rubber, in the same way that bread and ...
Analytical Chemistry
Oct 13, 2022
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Bacteria are known for breaking down lactose to make yogurt. Now researchers led by Northwestern University and LanzaTech have harnessed bacteria to break down waste carbon dioxide (CO2) to make valuable industrial chemicals.
Biotechnology
Feb 21, 2022
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Scientists have successfully produced synthetic spider silk to create a new biodegradable glue alternative.
Biochemistry
Jul 20, 2020
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While many airlines are engaged in a variety of programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, new research from the University of Surrey suggests they must do much more to reduce air pollution and tackle climate change effectively.
Environment
Dec 20, 2019
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Researchers from the University of Manchester are using synthetic biology to explore a more efficient way to produce the next generation of biobased jet fuels—partly made from seawater.
Biotechnology
Oct 17, 2019
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