The bubbly chemistry behind carbonated beverages

Ever wonder how soda manufacturers get the bubbles and fizz inside the can? A chemist explains some of the science behind the carbonation process. Hint − it involves carbon.

Michael W. Crowder, Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Miami University • conversation
Aug. 14, 2023 ~7 min

Arrays of quantum rods could enhance TVs or virtual reality devices

MIT engineers developed a new way to create these arrays, by scaffolding quantum rods onto patterned DNA.

Anne Trafton | MIT News • mit
Aug. 11, 2023 ~7 min


Why does your hair curl in the summer? A chemist explains the science behind hair structure

A chemist explains how the structure of your hair follicles, your genetic code and environmental factors like humidity influence how hair behaves on a day-to-day basis.

Tara S. Carpenter, Principle Lecturer, University of Maryland, Baltimore County • conversation
Aug. 11, 2023 ~7 min

Before he developed the atomic bomb, J. Robert Oppenheimer's early work revolutionized the field of quantum chemistry – and his theory is still used today

Remember building model molecules with balls and sticks in chemistry class? You have J. Robert Oppenheimer to thank for that, as a quantum chemist explains.

Aaron W. Harrison, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Austin College • conversation
Aug. 4, 2023 ~7 min

Before developing the atomic bomb, J. Robert Oppenheimer's early work revolutionized the field of quantum chemistry – and his theory is still used today

Remember building model molecules with balls and sticks in chemistry class? You have J. Robert Oppenheimer to thank for that, as a quantum chemist explains.

Aaron W. Harrison, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Austin College • conversation
Aug. 4, 2023 ~7 min

Programmable nanoclays are a new tool for chemistry

Researchers invented programmable nanoclay to advance discoveries in chemistry, engineering, and other scientific fields.

Eric Stann-Missouri • futurity
Aug. 1, 2023 ~4 min

Probe expands understanding of oral cavity homeostasis

A new approach opens the door to a greater understanding of protein-microbe interactions.

Lillian Eden | Department of Biology • mit
July 18, 2023 ~5 min

How Tau tangles form in the brain

A new study shows that truncated versions of the Tau protein are more likely to form the sticky filaments seen in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s disease.

Anne Trafton | MIT News Office • mit
July 14, 2023 ~6 min


Scientists pinpoint where thousands of individual proteins are made in intact tissue and single cells

A new technology called RIBOmap can give researchers valuable insight into how protein production in animal and human tissue is altered in disease.

Sarah C.P. Williams | Broad Institute • mit
July 14, 2023 ~6 min

Learning the language of molecules to predict their properties

This AI system only needs a small amount of data to predict molecular properties, which could speed up drug discovery and material development.

Adam Zewe | MIT News Office • mit
July 7, 2023 ~7 min

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