Lots of space launches alter metals in atmosphere

"We are finding this human-made material in what we consider a pristine area of the atmosphere," the stratosphere.

Brittany Steff - Purdue • futurity
Oct. 20, 2023 ~8 min

New theory may clarify mystery of gold in Earth’s mantle

A new theory may explain how gold, platinum, and other precious metals found their way to shallow pockets within Earth’s mantle.

Jim Shelton-Yale • futurity
Oct. 11, 2023 ~5 min


More cadmium in urine of women with endometriosis

Women with a history of endometriosis have higher concentrations of the toxic metal cadmium in their urine, a new study shows.

Nardy Baeza Bickel-Michigan State • futurity
July 27, 2023 ~5 min

Some common drinks contain elevated levels of toxic metals

Researchers tested 60 beverages, including mixed-fruit juices and soft drinks, and found elevated levels of toxic metals in five of them.

Andrew Yawn-Tulane • futurity
May 5, 2023 ~5 min

Fluorescent corrosion protection material repairs itself

A chance discovery led to a new plastic material that offers protection against corrosion, repairs itself, and can be reused multiple times.

Peter Rüegg-ETH Zurich • futurity
March 13, 2023 ~7 min

Many baby foods contain toxic metals

The most popular items in the baby food aisle share a concerning ingredient: They likely contain toxic metals.

David Hill-Buffalo • futurity
Feb. 6, 2023 ~7 min

Many baby foods contain toxic metals

The most popular items in the baby food aisle share a concerning ingredient: They likely contain toxic metals.

David Hill-Buffalo • futurity
Feb. 6, 2023 ~7 min

Tin from shipwreck reveals surprising trade network

Findings from the 2,000-year-old Uluburun shipwreck reveal a complex trade network involving communities of highlander pastoralists.

Sara Savat-WUSTL • futurity
Dec. 1, 2022 ~11 min


Engineers bring MRI contrast agents into better view

Engineers are starting to understand exactly what goes on when doctors pump contrast agents into your body for an MRI scan.

Mike Williams-Rice • futurity
Nov. 21, 2022 ~6 min

To cut emissions, give microbes more copper?

When wetland microbes don't get the copper they need, the result may have consequences for the environment.

Brandie Jefferson-WUSTL • futurity
June 22, 2022 ~8 min

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