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Using Lasers to Visualize Molecular Mysteries in Our Atmosphere

WASHINGTON, D.C., August 6, 2019 — Invisible to the human eye, molecular interactions between gases and liquids underpin much of our lives, including the absorption of oxygen […]

Bullet Shape, Velocity Determine Blood Spatter Patterns

WASHINGTON, D.C., August 6, 2019 — Blood spatters are hydrodynamic signatures of violent crimes, often revealing when an event occurred and where the perpetrator and victim were […]

Microfluidic Array Catches, Holds Single Cervical Cells for Faster Screening

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 23, 2019 — Several screening tests for cervical cancer have been developed in recent years. One technique uses immunofluorescent staining to determine the levels […]

Treating Solar Cell Materials Reveals Formation of Unexpected Microstructures

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 30, 2019 — Recent advances in solar cell technology use polycrystalline perovskite films as the active layer, with an increase to efficiency of as […]

At the Edge of Chaos: New Method for Exoplanet Stability Analysis

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 30, 2019 — Exoplanets revolving around distant stars are coming quickly into focus with advanced technology like the Kepler space telescope. Gaining a full […]

Technological Developments in Radiation Detectors Enhance Global Nuclear Security

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 30, 2019 – Nuclear power plants can withstand most inclement weather and do not emit harmful greenhouse gases. However, trafficking of the nuclear materials […]

Improving Efficiency, Brightness of Perovskite LEDs

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 30, 2019 — Advances in organic phosphorescent materials are opening new opportunities for organic light-emitting diodes for combined electronics and light applications, including solar […]

Cancer Lab on Chip to Enable Widespread Screening, Personalized Treatment

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 23, 2019 — A new generation of pathology labs mounted on chips is set to revolutionize the detection and treatment of cancer by using […]

Finding Alternatives to Diamonds for Drilling

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 23, 2019 — Diamonds aren’t just a girl’s best friend — they’re also crucial components for hard-wearing industrial components, such as the drill bits […]