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Could Understanding Leaf Surfaces Lead to New Ways to Prevent Crop Disease?

WASHINGTON, Aug. 4, 2026 — Fungal diseases that affect grain crops can be devastating to global agriculture and food security. Fungicides are the most common preventative measure, […]

What is a Bio-Metal? Exploring the Metallic Mystery of an Ancient Maw

WASHINGTON, July 14, 2026 — When playing the classic game “20 Questions,” one may begin with the common opener: “Animal, vegetable, or mineral?” For the ancient sea […]

At-Home Skin Care Improved by Data From Infrared Hydration Measurement System

WASHINGTON, July 7, 2026 — Diagnosis and management of atopic dermatitis, a type of eczema, are complicated by skin temperature fluctuations, unclear responses to at-home moisturizers, and […]

It’s Hard to Espresso How Pressure Affects Brewing

WASHINGTON, June 23, 2026 — When a physics student asked baristas at the Warsaw Coffee Conference what their biggest question for scientists was, the baristas said they […]

Microcrystals in Bioluminescent Fish Scatter Light Like a Prism

WASHINGTON, May 26, 2026 — Approximately 75% of marine organisms are bioluminescent, with specialized light-emitting organs called photophores. They use the light they produce for various purposes, […]

Proteins That Create Ice Inspire ‘Cool’ Applications

WASHINGTON, May 19, 2026 — Bacteria from the Middle East have caused precipitation all the way out in California. The same bacteria, which are known to attack […]

Solar Power Leaves Land Behind as Floating Systems Gain Ground

WASHINGTON, May 19, 2026 — The effects of global warming are becoming increasingly evident and catastrophic. To prevent irreversible consequences, international scientific consensus emphasizes the importance of […]

Are Icebergs Less Prone to Melting in Clusters?

WASHINGTON, May 5, 2026 — Earth’s ice is melting. As icebergs break away from glaciers and melt away, the fresh meltwater mixes into its saltwater surroundings. However, […]

Mapping Cancerous Tissue with a Hand-Held Probe

WASHINGTON, May 5, 2026 — Breast cancer impacts over 2 million women around the world each year. Following radiotherapy or chemotherapy, breast-conserving surgery is the first line […]