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Mercury is released by environmental and human-driven processes. And some forms, specifically methylmercury, are toxic to humans. Therefore, policies and regulations to limit mercury emissions have been implemented across the globe. And, according to new research, those efforts may be working. Researchers found that atmospheric mercury levels have decreased by almost 70% in the last […]

A new study analyzes the results of a randomized controlled trial (RCT) that showed that brick kiln owners in Bangladesh are willing and able to implement cleaner and more efficient business practices within their operations — without legal enforcement — if they receive the proper training and support, and if those changes are aligned with

Data science has revolutionized the hunt for high-performing catalysts, enabling scientists to quickly identify and test suitable materials.

Fishing pots fitted with LED lights catch significantly more shrimp and fish, new research shows.

An edible robot leverages a combination of biodegradable fuel and surface tension to zip around the water’s surface, creating a safe — and nutritious — alternative to environmental monitoring devices made from artificial polymers and electronics.

Scientists have engineered a monoclonal antibody that can protect mice from a lethal dose of influenza A, a new study shows. The new molecule combines the specificity of a mature flu fighter with the broad binding capacity of a more general immune system defender.

New technique for cell or drug delivery, localization of bioelectric materials, and wound healing uses ultrasound to activate printing within the body.

The growing use of smart home devices is undermining the privacy and safety of domestic workers. New research reveals how surveillance technologies reinforce a sense of constant monitoring and control by domestic workers’ employers, increasing their vulnerability and impacting their mental wellbeing.

Redesigning social media to suit different needs of users could make their time online more focused, according to new research.

Using a thermal sensor smaller than a grain of sand, engineers have measured the vibrations, or phonons, within individual molecules.