Chemistry

An antimicrobial substance in pine tree bark may have a use for treating skin cancer.
Cynthia McKelvey, Contributor
Tiny silver particles protect against microbes, but are they dangerous?
Cat Ferguson, Contributor
A new technique may be 10,000 times more sensitive than existing methods.
Katharine Gammon, Contributor
Tiny organisms could replace controversial live animal testing.
Allison Jarrell, Contributor
The first hefty organic molecules may have formed within tiny droplets.
Sophie Bushwick, Contributor
Biological phenomenon could turbocharge electricity generation in solar cells.
Charles Q. Choi, Contributor
Research adds a new dimension to cranberries' possible effect on urinary tract infections.
Sara Rennekamp, Contributing Editor
Using reflected light to compare chemical makeup of moon and other asteroids.
Mike Lucibella, Contributor
Motor-oil additive could make better engine lubricants and reduce wear.
Jyoti Madhusoodanan, Contributor
New system can automatically identify grape varietal and sugar content.
Peter Gwynne, Contributor
Laureates' research allows quantum mechanics and classical mechanics to 'shake hands.'
Sara Rennekamp, Contributing Editor
Scientists who used computer simulations to study chemical reactions win the award for chemistry.
Chris Gorski, Editor