Chemistry

Perovskite is a lauded new solar cell material, and high-speed images show how its atoms react to light

Wax moth larvae can consume and degrade polyethylene at an impressive rate 

Deep oceans were thought to hold life’s origins. New evidence points instead to an active volcanic landscape

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