The science of smell is an exciting area of research.

Lithium-ion battery fires are becoming increasingly common as electric vehicles spread, and are hard to extinguish. A new approach uses an electrolyte based on a commercial fire extinguisher.

While NASA rovers on the surface of Mars look for hints of life, researchers back on Earth are studying ‘echoes of life’ from ancient basins – hoping that the two sites might be similar.

With the fourth significant shortage of helium in a decade continuing, companies and researchers are looking for alternative sources.

Using fingerprints to catch criminals isn’t 100% accurate, but analyzing fingerprints in 3D, rather than 2D, could improve the process.

Probiotics are great for your gut, but which sources contain the most beneficial bacteria? Newly developed sensors are helping scientists figure it out.

Scientists analyzing isotope ratios have found that many of the elements that make up life could be left over from Earth’s formation.

They have properties that make them essential for many products.

Chlorine is a widely used industrial chemical that’s frequently a factor in toxic accidents and workplace injuries. A pharmaceutical expert explains why it’s so hazardous.

Ever wonder why bakers spend so long kneading their dough? They’re trying to form a gluten network, which helps the bread rise.