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Category: Chemistry

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Upcycling polystyrene with sunlight and sulfur

Posted on May 11, 2026May 12, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

Researchers in China developed a rapid, solar-driven process that transforms waste polystyrene and excess sulfur into chemicals used in…

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    "Hubble Gazes at a Dazzling Star Cluster" by NASA Hubble
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    What makes ‘chemically peculiar stars’ peculiar?

    Posted on April 27, 2026April 15, 2026 by Ben Pauley

    Scientists used a network of satellites to measure the rotational characteristics of 85 stars previously thought to have unique chemistries.

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      Farmland and clouds from above
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      Turning carbon dioxide into fuel with nanostructures

      Posted on April 13, 2026April 15, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

      Scientists designed an electrocatalyst infused with bismuth metal that helps convert CO2 to formate, providing a scalable new way to recycle…

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        Unzipping bamboo to make better plastics

        Posted on February 2, 2026January 14, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

        Scientists developed a recyclable plastic from bamboo that is stronger and more biodegradable than conventional petroleum-based products.

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          Artificial cells that reproduce without biology

          Posted on December 4, 2025January 7, 2026 by Arda Sems

          Researchers used simple molecules to create cell-like bubbles that grow and divide on their own, without the need for DNA or enzymes.

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            How molecules copy themselves with fewer errors

            Posted on November 20, 2025November 19, 2025 by Sciworthy

            Researchers found a new way molecules self-replicate with fewer errors, by selecting similar ingredients. This “selective binding”…

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              A Detailed Close-Up of a Colorful Mosaic Wall Made From Recycled Materials - A close-up shot of a colorful mosaic wall created from recycled materials. The wall is composed of various pieces of metal, fabric, and other materials, all stitched together to form a complex and intricate pattern. The colors are bright and vibrant, creating a visually stunning and textured surface.
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              Reinventing fabric coatings from textile waste

              Posted on November 13, 2025January 7, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

              Scientists developed a sustainable way to upcycle discarded polyester and spandex fabrics into durable, toxin-free coatings using…

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                A circular economy for sustainable resources

                Posted on August 28, 2025August 27, 2025 by Sciworthy

                Scientists proposed a new economic strategy to distribute global rare earth element reserves more sustainably.

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                  Aerogel
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                  New aerogels offer a greener way to clean up oil spills

                  Posted on July 21, 2025January 7, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

                  Scientists created a strong, highly porous solid that can clean up oil spills using sustainable and reusable materials.

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                    Natural materials to support green energy

                    Posted on June 5, 2025June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

                    Scientists recycled discarded eggshells to capture rare earth elements used in green energy technology.

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