Chemistry

A really supercool new science activity

Fictional physicist Sheldon Cooper’s catchphrase has been brought to life in the lab

Forensic entomologists can chemically analyze fly eggs from a corpse, which might speed up detective work. Christopher Intagliata reports.

Let’s clear up some of the most common myths and misunderstandings about sulfites, wine, and headaches

Tower’s “skin” was filled with flammable core though fire-retardant versions were available; many more structures at risk

A sweet science project from Science Buddies

Idea was that birds are drawn to smell of plastic garbage, but research may have looked at the wrong birds

The therapy trains the immune system to attack tumors

Identifying what’s on the streets may help solve cases and save lives

The Velcro-like threads could help tomorrow’s spacecraft engines reach Mars or beyond

Neolignan molecule is a potent activator of cold-sensitive neuron channel

Pigmentlike nanoparticles could protect cells from the sun’s damaging rays