Researchers have found that organic vapor can dissolve molecular salts in a phenomenon known as organic deliquescence. Similar to how water vapor can induce deliquescence of compounds like calcium ...

The new batteries self-destruct when exposed to either heat or liquid. As well as this remarkable property, which adds a covert operations benefit to the environmental advantages, the battery delivers ...

Bone-dissolving cells called osteoclasts are derived from a type of immune cells called macrophages. They are necessary for the maintenance and renewal of bones. But the intracellular mechanisms ...

Iridium oxide is one of the most important—and most problematic—materials in the global push toward clean energy. It is currently the most reliable catalyst used in the conversion of energy to ...

We are at a critical time and supporting climate journalism is more important than ever. Science News and our parent organization, the Society for Science, need your help to strengthen environmental ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — Do you have too much leftover candy corn? Well, this experiment will allow young scientists to develop a hypothesis, execute an experiment, and edit their hypothesis as they work ...