Sunlight can make water pollution worse. There are chemicals called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, or PAHs. They are found in water and can harm aquatic life. The problem is, when UV light from the sun hits these chemicals, they can become even more toxic. This is a big deal because we don't know
Tech companies are jumping into the health game. Apple is launching a new study to see how technology can boost our well-being. This isn't just about fitness trackers; it's about using tech to improve both our physical and mental health. Imagine your phone helping you manage stress or suggesting hea
Porphyrins and polyoxometalates are two types of compounds that can work together to make a new kind of photocatalyst. This photocatalyst can be used to recover valuable metals like silver and platinum. The process uses visible light, which is a big advantage over traditional methods that rely on hi
Surgeons have been dipping into their funds for political influence. This all began in 2001, when the American College Surgeons group established a political action committee called SurgeonsPAC. This committee, a group of people, helps to give money to people running for Congress in the United
A new food hall, called Gather Cola, is set to make its debut in Columbia's BullStreet District. This isn't just about food. It's about creating a vibrant space where people can come together and enjoy a variety of local food vendors, shops, and entertainment options. The project
In a surprising move, Novo Coffee bid adieu to its Highland location. The closure came about due to a sharp increase in rent. It had been a decade since they first opened in that spot. This was not the end of the road for Novo, though. They quickly found a new home in Congress Park. This 1, 200 squ
Think about this: what if you could turn sunlight and simple sugars into clean energy and useful chemicals? Pretty cool, right? Scientists have been working on this idea, but it's been tough. The biggest hurdles are low efficiency in producing hydrogen and poor selectivity in creating useful chemica
Denture wearers have you ever thought about how to keep bacteria from growing on your dentures? Turns out, the humble avocado, that tasty addition to many a salad or toast, might be a game-changer. It's important to know dentures made from heat-polymerized acrylic resin (HPA) have tiny pores and cra
Imagine waking up one morning to find out your boss has just made a huge decision that will shake up your whole work routine. That's exactly what happened recently. A high-profile manager decided to shift the company's headquarters to a new location. This sudden move left everyone buzzing with qu
Think you can't quite make out the lymphatic vessels in your zebrafish? It's a challenge that biologists know all too well. Normally, spotting subtle or varied shapes in these tiny creatures can be a daunting task that eats up a lot of time. We've all been there. It's frustrating to spend countless
