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3 scientists just won a Nobel for discovering the genetic mechanisms that...
The Nobel prize in chemistry has been awarded to Tomas Lindahl, Paul Modrich, and Aziz Sancar for their research into the mechanisms that cells use to repair DNA.The three scientists, from Sweden, the...
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4 simple ways to tell if your coffee beans are freshly roasted
Everything coffee lovers associate with a freshly brewed cup of joe, such as its flavor and aroma, comes from the roasting process.When a raw, green coffee bean is picked, it contains the precursors...
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Scientists just found the oldest chemical evidence of life on Earth
Evidence of life on Earth 4.1 billion years ago has been discovered in Western Australia, pushing estimates of when living organisms first emerged back 300 million years.Scientists found a zircon...
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A novel way to clean-up oil spills could come from a very unlikely source
“One of the many focuses in the John’s Lab at the City College of New York is to clean up oil spills using chemicals made from renewable resources like fruits and oil.First we do a bit of good old...
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Scientists keep finding ancient, well-preserved bodies in a creepy place
One thing that many ancient, mummified bodies exhumed from bogs have in common is that they suffered violent deaths.They can have slashed throats, broken noses, shattered skulls, sliced abdomens,...
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Here's what happens to your body after you die
Each one of us will shuffle off this mortal coil at some point. What happens next is a fascinating — if frightening — natural process.After your heart stops beating, your body slowly begins to decay...
View Article90% of all US cash had traces of cocaine on it back in 2009
I bet you didn't know those dollar bills in your pocket have a hint of cocaine on them. Or that there are hidden inks and features to prevent counterfeiting. These are just a couple fascinating facts...
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Here's what happens to your body after you die
Each one of us will shuffle off this mortal coil at some point. What happens next is a fascinating — if frightening — natural process.After your heart stops beating, your body slowly begins to decay...
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31 of the most cringe-worthy science jokes
Science and humor go surprisingly well together, and scientists love studying it.For example, scientists have figured out there are big health benefits from laughter, psychologists conducted a huge...
View ArticleThe secret to making the greatest grilled cheese sandwich
The key to making the perfect grilled cheese sandwich is first picking the cheese that will give you that delicious gooey consistency. Here's the chemistry behind picking the perfect cheese. Video...
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The incredible story of Marie Curie — the scientist who introduced the...
Above all else, Marie Curie was a scientist with remarkable insight. But to the science contemporaries of her time, Curie was a woman, who happened to study science.At times she was overlooked for her...
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Leonardo DiCaprio just invested in a startup that claims it can 'grow' real...
Diamonds are a girl's best friend, but they don't grow on trees.Or do they?The Santa Clara-based startup Diamond Foundry claims it can grow diamonds in a lab that are as high-quality as natural gems,...
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The homemade explosive used in the Paris attacks is a chemical nightmare
While the world mourns those who died in the November 13 Paris attacks, investigators are hard at work piecing together the terrorist plot that has killed at least 129 people and seriously injured 99...
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Why asparagus makes pee smell funny, and other amazing facts about everyday...
Do you know which popular holiday spice can help soothe a toothache? Or why chocolate is toxic to dogs and cats?By digging deep into the molecular chemistry of everyday foods and spices,...
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Here's why Thanksgiving gives you a food coma
You drank booze. You ate stuffing. You passed out.Sound like your Thanksgiving? Sounds like mine, too.We're all familiar with the desire to kick off the dress shoes and curl up on the couch after...
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How to tell if you're drinking beer from a dirty glass
The pub at the end of my block has a lot going for it. It boasts a huge variety of craft beers, a beautiful patio, and a killer Monday night trivia.But every time I order a fancy brew at a great bar...
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Make a clear liquid turn black in midair with this bizarre science experiment
This "iodine clock" experiment is so cool, we feel cheated that we never got to do it in high school chemistry lab.But it turns out the popular experiment is so simple to do— involving only a bit of...
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This weird trick can save a spoiled bottle of wine
Sometimes when you open a brand-new bottle of wine, it can smell like rotten eggs.This obviously ruins the entire drinking experience, since a wine's smell is such a big part of how it tastes.But there...
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How to harness the power of science to make better cookies
My ultimate go-to cookie recipe is the one on the bag of Nestlé Toll House chocolate chips. It never disappoints.Phoebe Buffay's grandma knew it was the best choice, too.Of course, I've added my own...
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This helpful infographic shows the chemistry behind diamond rings
Diamonds might purportedly be ‘a girl’s best friend’, but they’re also quite interesting from a chemical perspective.You could be forgiven for thinking that there’s not a whole lot to them; after all,...
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