Chemistry

HEALTH September 5

New AI-generated COVID drug enters Phase I clinical trials: ‘Effective against all variants’

Insilico Medicine recently announced that its new AI-designed drug for COVID-19 has entered Phase I clinical trials. If approved, it would become an alternative to the current antiviral medications.

This Day in History August 10

On this day in history, August 10, 1846, the Smithsonian Institution is created: 'Diffusion of knowledge'

The world’s largest museum complex, the Smithsonian Institution, was founded on this day in history, Aug. 10, 1846, after English scientist James Smithson made a generous gift.

Media August 9

Chicago professor dismisses meritocracy as myth, advocates for CRT: 'False reality'

Terrell R. Morton, a University of Illinois-Chicago professor, highlighted the "numerical underrepresentation of Black individuals in postsecondary chemistry" and science in general.

Water March 2

US to propose restrictions on ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water after previously underestimating its risks

The Environmental Protection Agency plans to propose restrictions on “forever chemicals” in drinking water. The agency previously underestimated how hazardous small amounts could be.

Louisiana February 28

DOJ sues Louisiana chemical maker over 'cancer alley' risk

The Department of Justice is suing a Louisiana chemical maker over presenting an unacceptable cancer risk to the community. The lawsuit demands a cut in toxic emissions.

Quizzes February 24

Periodic table quiz: How well do you know these scientific elements?

Periodic table quiz! How well do you know these scientific facts about the table of elements? Test your science knowledge in this fun and engaging lifestyle quiz!

SCIENCE October 5

Nobel Prize awarded to 3 chemists who made molecules ‘click’

Nobel winners developed a way of making molecules "click'" that can be used to explore cells, map DNA and design drugs that can target diseases such as cancer.

HEALTH June 15, 2022

'Forever chemicals' in water and packaging can risk health, EPA says

The EPA is warning that two nonstick and stain-resistant compounds found in drinking water could cause serious threats to health, even in low levels.

VIDEO November 27, 2021

Fun science experiments for kids to try at home

'Mr. Science' Jason Lindsey shares safe and nearly mess-free science experiments to try at home

Coronavirus November 9, 2021

COVID-19 antibodies provide greater protection for individuals over 50 years old, study finds

Researchers have found that people over the age of 50 produced more antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 virus.