Science Elements

How researchers could soon add zip to Germany’s favorite sip.  Why Russian folklore could lead to the development of new antibiotics. A Nobel Laureate inspires an unusual patio design.

How scientists are closing in on a natural way to prevent corrosion of airplane metals. Why researchers are concerned about the stability of certain medical implant devices. How a playground could inspire the next generation of nanoscientists.

Why bag-in-box wine drinkers should chill out. How scientists sniffed out the elusive aroma behind the “king” of fruits. A new tool could help scientists do a better job of explaining climate science.

How scientists hope to make wood an even better building material. A sea creature's slime could soon be transformed into cozy seat cushions. A hidden danger that could lurk in a popular family gathering place.

How tiny particles could make a big difference for people who suffer traumatic brain injuries. New research validates an emerging treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. A small college in Massachusetts took a giant, but elemental step forward.

How scientists are closing in on a way to make a better, more healthful french fry. A heady discovery could have beer fans rolling out the barrel. Why carob plant leaves could help fend off food poisoning.

A new test ensures the authenticity of expensive buffalo mozzarella. How chewing betel quid -- popular in Asia – can lead to cancer. Speed limits on container ships could limit pollution.

Newly discovered substances could help destroy nerve gases. How scientists are just a hop, skip and jump away from unleashing a new kind of microbot. A new flat lens could lead to ultrathin smart phones.

How a new antibacterial coating could reduce infections after surgery. What new materials could lead to the development of better joint implants. How couples bound by science find the right formulas to celebrate wedded bliss.

How scientists are kick-starting the first-line of defense against the flu. Pigs could soon help us all have cleaner, virus-free hands. What happens when researchers build a volcano in their own backyard?

How little sprouts might be more nutritious than green giants. A new device could help sniff out previously undetectable explosives. Why one of the world’s oldest warships continues to crumble despite preservation efforts.

How science is helping to correct injustices and set the innocent free. A potent compound in red wine could help prevent falls among older people. Scientists could soon make it easier for all of us to survive traumatic injuries.

How a new type of solar cell could help homeowners see the light. Super-sized turbines could soon be blowing in the wind. A farm scourge could help boost ethanol production.

A common food additive could be linked to the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. How another common food ingredient could lead to the development of effective and less expensive treatments for the disease. Why smoking makes bones snap, crackle and pop.

How non-human cells living in our bodies could lead to better drug treatments. Why a new set of diagnostic tests could propel the growth of personalized medicine. A simple new technique could help purify drugs.

How green plants do a better job of reducing urban air pollution than previously thought. Why some “improved” cook stoves in the developing world may be doing more harm than good. How a new technique quickly sniffs out airborne mold.

How carbon nanotubes could significantly boost industrial production. Why children are more likely to be exposed to a common nanoparticle. Why manufacturers should be wary of nanoparticle dust.

How scientists developed a drug factory in a pill. A commonly used medical device could help us detect viruses and bacteria in blood, food and other substances. How chemists decoded secrets locked in a 2,300-year-old relic from an ancient war.

A new treatment for a common infection may be just as effective as antibiotics. How “killer” stainless steel disinfects itself. An ancient armored arachnid inspires a way to keep our wheels turning.

How scientists are using an ancient effect to produce electricity from an untapped source. A new study could ease concerns about an emerging irrigation technique. Why a cancer-fighting drug could soon do double-duty as a treatment for a cruel neurological disorder.