Creating a better wig with chemistry
For some people, wigs are a fun and colorful fashion accessory, but for those with hair loss from alopecia or other conditions, they can provide a real sense of normalcy and boost self-confidence. Whether made from human or synthetic strands, however.....»»
Transforming chemistry education through an innovative experiment
A new study conducted at the University of Chemistry and Technology has unveiled an innovative laboratory experiment that promises to ignite students' passion for chemistry and enhance their understanding of fundamental scientific principles. Led by.....»»
Study reveals new insights into yogurt production with microbial transglutaminase and exopolysaccharides
In a stride towards enhancing the quality of yogurt products, researchers from University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague have uncovered exciting findings that shed light on the combined impact of microbial transglutaminase (MTG) treatment and ex.....»»
Scientists confirm decades-old theory of non-uniform distribution of electron density in aromatic molecules
Scientists from the Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry Prague, the Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, and Palacký University Olomouc, have once again successfully uncovered the mysteries of the world of molecules and.....»»
Gender disparities limit chances for women PhD students training to be new inventors, says new research
In the innovation economy, individuals with STEM Ph.D.s are a critical source of human capital, with nearly 60% of Ph.D.s in STEM fields—such as engineering, chemistry and biology—being employed outside of universities. These students are increas.....»»
Predators play irreplaceable role in ecosystems
New research recently published in Oikos shows that predators play a unique and important role in ecosystems by creating "ecological hotspots"—localized areas important for plants and animals......»»
Biochemist unravels the secrets of a novel DNA enzyme linked to infertility and certain cancers
Scientific research requires patience. The rewards are not always immediate, and the technology needed does not always exist. Michael A. Trakselis, Ph.D., professor and director of graduate affairs for the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at.....»»
How to make a contact group on your iPhone
Arranging a party or group trip? Texting each person individually can be a time-consuming hassle. Simplify that by creating a contact group on your iPhone!.....»»
T-Mobile to Lay Off 5,000 Employees
We are just outside the 3-year mark since T-Mobile and Sprint merged, creating a US wireless space with only 3 major players, and the changes are incoming. Not only did T-Mobile introduce a really expensive new plan this week, they are now cutting th.....»»
Thesis: Non-toxic solvents provide greener production of artificial membranes
Artificial membranes play a vital role in health care, energy storage and resource recovery. However, the fabrication is not environmentally friendly. In a thesis from Umeå University, Norafiqah Ismail in the Department of Chemistry introduces alter.....»»
Google Calendar just fixed one of its most irritating bugs
For ages, using Google Calendar with Microsoft Outlook has been plagued by an infuriating bug when creating a meeting. It’s finally been fixed by Google......»»
Pre-Apple Jobs and Woz check sells for $135,000
A check made out by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak for components while creating the Apple I has beaten far exceeded its predicted price at auction.Source: RR AuctionsSteve Jobs checks have been auctioned before, but this one on RR Auction, is only the.....»»
Research team leverages power of ribosomes to develop chemical libraries
A research team led by University of California, Irvine scientists has developed an innovative method for quickly and efficiently creating vast collections of chemical compounds used in drug discovery by harnessing the power of ribosomes, the molecul.....»»
Chemists develop unique design for tough but stretchable gels
Chenfeng Ke, an incoming associate professor of chemistry in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis, developed a unique design for tough but stretchable hydrogels, reported Aug. 23 in the journal Chem. The new material is both flexible.....»»
Sharing chemical knowledge between human and machine
Researchers from the University of Jena, the Westphalian University of Applied Sciences and the University of Chemistry and Technology Prague have developed a platform that uses artificial neural networks to translate chemical structural formulae int.....»»
Introducing Passkeys in 1Password – a new kind of login credential [Video]
Passwords are a problem If you don’t use a password manager, there’s the issue of creating, remembering, and using strong passwords. That’s why so many people use short passwords, or just reuse the same passwords over and over for every we.....»»
Govee’s latest light panels will make gaming a lot more immersive
Govee has unveiled their brand new flagship light panels for gaming, the Glide Hexagon Light Panels Ultra. Govee has been steadily building a reputation for themselves when it comes to smart lights, creating products that are more afforda.....»»
Creating a disaster preparedness plan for your pets
Recently, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced a wildfire disaster declaration for about 75% of the state's counties and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration also released an updated hurricane season outlook that includes a 70% chance of 1.....»»
Non-toxic, sustainable cleaning agent developed for paintings
The restoration of artworks often involves solvents which have toxic properties. Now researchers have succeeded for the first time in creating a non-toxic and sustainable cleaning agent for paintings......»»
Electrochemical flow aziridination of terpenes
Due to the inherent physiological properties of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic moieties, the construction of nitrogen-containing compounds has emerged as one of the central issues in contemporary synthetic chemistry over recent decades. Among these.....»»
Bee populations at risk of one-two punch from heat waves, pathogen infection
The historically high heat waves that gripped the southwest United States and southern Europe this summer are causing problems for more than just humans. Extreme heat waves affect pollinators and the pathogens that live on them, creating a mutual imb.....»»