Nanoscale 'Goldilocks' phenomenon could improve biofuel production

(Phys.org)—In a case of the Goldilocks story retold at the molecular level, scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory and Northwestern University have discovered a new path to the development ...

Imaging metals within cells: Identifying the proteins that bind

(Phys.org)—Metals such as copper, zinc, and iron are important nutrients to all life. The special properties of these elements that make them so useful in technologies including batteries and catalysts – for example, ...

Space exploration: A luxury or a necessity?

"Oh, come on Daniel, space travel is so expensive, and pointless!" These were the words of my friend Max, during a Christmas party where I was discussing my thesis project: studying places on Earth where the living conditions ...

Which species will be our urban neighbours?

All over the world, people are moving out of rural areas, and cities are growing. What will be the impact on resident species that live in these cities? Which will be our new plant and animal neighbors, which will have to ...

The cement for coral reefs

Coral reefs are hotspots of biodiversity. As they can withstand heavy storms, they offer many species a safe home, and at the same time, they protect densely populated coastal regions as they level out storm-driven waves. ...

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