Synthetic protein binds to VX nerve agent

A new synthetic protein that quickly detects molecules of a deadly nerve agent could prevent a chemical warfare attack, researchers say.

Andrew Smith-Rutgers • futurity
Sept. 1, 2022 ~5 min

Team finds new clue to the moon’s origin

New research represents a significant piece of the puzzle of our understanding how the moon and, potentially, other celestial bodies formed.

Marianne Lucien-ETH Zurich • futurity
Aug. 15, 2022 ~6 min


Artificial sweetener ‘carriers’ deliver CO to protect kidneys

Researchers have found a way to safely deliver carbon monoxide to injured kidneys using artificial sweetener ingredients as "carrier" molecules.

Jennifer Rainey Marquez-Georgia State • futurity
July 16, 2021 ~5 min

Winter storms boost carbon monoxide poisoning risk

"Install carbon monoxide detectors in your home," says Diane Calello. "They are the only way to detect this odorless, colorless, life-threatening gas."

Patti Verbanas-Rutgers • futurity
Feb. 17, 2021 ~3 min

Classic idea clarifies weird quantum action in ultracold gas

An odd new experiment may offer a path towards a connection between classical and quantum physics. It's a goal scientists have chased for decades.

Sonia Fernandez-UCSB • futurity
Sept. 17, 2020 ~8 min

Way before stars form, space clouds hold building blocks of life

"This tells us that the basic organic chemistry needed for life is present in the raw gas prior to the formation of stars and planets."

Daniel Stolte-Arizona • futurity
June 16, 2020 ~9 min

‘Electronic nose’ sniffs out bad flavors in beer

"E-nose" technology can judge beer quality and flavor by its aroma. It could help brewers keep standards up or experiment with new kinds of ingredients.

Claudia Hooper-U. Melbourne • futurity
Feb. 19, 2020 ~7 min

How travel ups your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning

Winter is the prime season for carbon monoxide poisoning. Learn what you need to know to keep you and your family safe at home and while traveling.

Patti Verbanas-Rutgers • futurity
Feb. 3, 2020 ~1 min


Supercharged trash gas could produce more green energy

Chemicals called siloxanes from everyday products are "supercharging" landfill gas. It's a problem now, but it could yield more green energy in the future.

Nicole Casal Moore-Michigan • futurity
Nov. 15, 2019 ~5 min

Deep learning speeds chemical test for food, blood, and more

Using deep learning to analyze the data that gas chromatography gathers could benefit our food, health care, the environment, and much more.

Lene Hundborg Koss-U. Copenhagen • futurity
Aug. 15, 2019 ~4 min

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