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New way To Protect Streams and Rivers - Episode 841
November 16, 2017 - Mussels could help keep dirty water from fouling streams and rivers.
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Cleaning up aquatic pollution with mussels.
The Fight against Carcinogens Heats Up - Episode 840
November 15, 2017 - Firefighting increases exposure to carcinogens.
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Battling flames increases firefighters’ exposure to carcinogens.
Viruses That Can Kill Bacteria - Episode 839
November 13, 2017 - Viruses embedded in new ‘sugar-glass’ coating could help kill bacteria found in food.
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New ‘sugar-glass’ film uses viruses to protect food from harmful bacteria.
Sperm Wars - Episode 838
November 09, 2017 - ‘Star Wars’ parody inadvertently produces something scientifically useful.
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How a ‘Star Wars’ parody turned into a tool for discovery.
Stop and Smell the Guano: How Fertilizers Saved the World - Episode 837
November 08, 2017 - A little more than a hundred years ago, the world's fast-growing population was outstripping humanity's ability to feed itself. Mass starvation was only averted when a pair of brilliant German scientists developed a new chemical process to snatch nitrogen gas from the air and use it to make modern fertilizers. As science writer Thomas Hager explains in this episode of Science Elements, it's a story of wars, greed, bird droppings and a discovery that continues to dramatically shape our lives today.
Music: "Wash Out" by Broke for Free, licensed under Creative Commons CC-BY 3.0.
New Discoveries on Nicotine - Episode 836
November 06, 2017 - Gender and gut differences could influence nicotine’s hold.
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Nicotine’s hold: What the gut and gender have to do with it
New ‘Popular’ Energy-Storage Method - Episode 835
November 02, 2017 - Burned popcorn inspires quest for new energy-storage material.
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A ‘Sticky’ Situation Between Personal Care Products - Episode 834
November 01, 2017 - A compound banned in soaps products, sticks around.
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Triclosan accumulates in toothbrushes, potentially prolonging users’ exposure
‘New Hope’ in Fighting Blood Cancers - Episode 833
October 30, 2017 - Discovery offers clues to overcoming drug-resistance in blood cancers.
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Insights from a rare genetic disease may help treat multiple myeloma
New Surprises for Genes in Bacteria - Episode 832
October 26, 2017 - Scientists detect a surprising source for antibiotic resistant genes in bacteria.
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Fish food for marine farms harbor antibiotic resistance genes
Hotter Than the Dickens: A Tale of Spontaneous Combustion - Episode 831
October 25, 2017 - In this Halloween feature episode, learn how a Dickens novel ignited a Victorian chemical controversy.
The ‘Champagne’ of Beef - Episode 830
October 23, 2017 - Researchers unmask key odorants in the ‘champagne’ of beef.
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Key odorants in world’s most expensive beef could help explain its allure
How to Detect Fake Fish - Episode 829
October 19, 2017 - Protein database could help detect ‘fake’ fish.
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Fish database could help eliminate the ultimate bait and switch
New Cancer Treatment Thanks To Chinese Ink - Episode 828
October 18, 2017 - Ancient Chinese ink could lead to new types of cancer treatment.
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Ancient ink for cancer treatment
New Solution for Less Pollution - Episode 827
October 16, 2017 - New leather manufacturing process produces less pollution.
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Reducing leather pollution with molten salts
Episode 826 - What the Odor of Sleep Smells Like
October 12, 2017 - Scientists explore how smells influence quality of sleep.
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Episode 825 - Why your body doesn't need detox products
October 11, 2017 - We spoke to Dr. Raychelle Burks, to discuss the detoxing health craze. This episode is first in a series of feature stories produced by Science Elements. Send your feedback to elements@acs.org. Music: "Petal" by Broke for Free (https://soundcloud.com/broke-for-free), used under CC BY 3.0.
Episode 824 - ‘Better’ Sustainable Process for Biofuel
October 09, 2017 - Sustainable process transforms olive mill wastewater into biofuel.
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Olive-mill wastewater transformed from pollutant to bio-fertilizer, biofuel
Episode 823 - Chemists Stand Up for Human Rights
October 05, 2017 - Chemists speak out against sexual harassment.
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Episode 822 - New Discovery in Smokers & Nonsmokers
October 04, 2017 - Metabolic changes in smokers who have recently quit begin to match those of nonsmokers.
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Smokers who quit have metabolite levels that resemble those of nonsmokers
Episode 821 - Measuring Drug use with Mobile Devices
October 02, 2017 - research team is coupling data from cell phones and sewage to help refine what we know about drug use patterns.
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Use of mobile device data to better estimate drug use
Episode 820 - Drugs in streams come from multiple sources
September 28, 2017 - Pharmaceuticals in surface water such as lakes and streams are a growing concern. Scientists are figuring out where they’re coming from.
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Metformin and Other Pharmaceuticals Widespread in Wadeable Streams of the Southeastern United States
Episode 819 - Fertilizer from pollen could help feed the world
Scientists in China have made a low-cost, biocompatible fertilizer with carbon dots derived from rapeseed pollen.
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Carbon dots from pollen boost growth of hydroponically cultivated lettuce
Episode 818 - Making 3-D printers safer
Researchers in South Korea say that they have discovered a way to eliminate almost all nanoparticle emissions from some 3-D printers.
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Controlling nanoparticle emissions during 3-D printing
Episode 817 - Accidental discovery leads to longer lasting ice cream
An ice-cream additive can slow down the melting process so that the first drips don’t appear for five minutes, even on a hot and sunny day.
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Episode 816 - Scienitsts close in on more rigorous test for 'date rape' drug
Scientists identify a potential biomarker for detecting GHB several hours after its used.
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Improving detection of a ‘date rape’ drug
Episode 815 - Scientists embed food allergen detector into keychain
Researchers report the development of a new portable allergen-detection system — including a keychain analyzer — that could help prevent trips to the emergency room.
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Keychain detector could catch food allergens before it’s too late
Episode 814 - Recycled human waste, nutrients could help astronauts reach for the stars
Sept. 14, 2017 - Turning astronauts' waste into fuel and nutrients could enable long-distance spaceflight
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Recycling astronaut waste aboard shuttles
Episode 813 - World's tiniest 'monster truck' reveals surprising discovery
Sept. 13, 2017 - What the world's tiniest monster truck reveals
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A nano "monster truck" leads to unexpected new find
Episode 812 - Sweet concoction fatally attracts mosquitoes
Sept. 11, 2017 - Mosquitoes fatally attracted to deadly, sweet-smelling potion
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A sweeter way to eliminate mosquitoes
Episode 811 - The New Toy for Scientists
August 17, 2017 - A new spin on a popular toy could have scientific implications.
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Spirals, spinners, and science
Episode 810 - Why ‘winging it’ is Tough for Cicadas
August 16, 2017 - Why cicadas have a hard time ‘winging it’.
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How cicadas manage to ‘wing it’
Episode 809 - A Sound way to get Rechargeable Energy
August 14, 2017 - Ambient energy could reduce our dependence on batteries.
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Harvesting ambient energy could power the internet of things
Episode 808 - Why Do Onions Make Us Cry?
August 10, 2017 - Researchers shed no tears in effort to find out why onions make us cry. How can we improve Science Elements? Complete our survey and you’ll be entered to win a $25 Visa gift card. Visit http://bit.ly/acselements and send us your feedback.
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The nitty-gritty behind how onions make you cry
Episode 807 - No More Sensitive Teeth
August 09, 2017 - New materials could put an end to sensitive teeth.
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An end to cavities for people with sensitive teeth?
Episode 806 - New Notions about E-cigarettes
August 07, 2017 - Scientists evaporate notions about e-cigarettes.
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Exposure to toxins in e-cig vapor varies depending on scenario
Episode 805 - Making Hair Fragrances Last Longer
August 03, 2017 - Scientists seek to make hair shampoo fragrances last longer. We’d like to hear from you. How can we improve Science Elements? Complete our survey and you’ll be entered to win a $25 Visa gift card. Visit http://bit.ly/acselements and send us your feedback.
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Longer-lasting fragrance is just a shampoo away
Episode 804 - A New Way to Diagnose Prenatal Conditions
August 02, 2017 - Microchips could eventually help diagnose prenatal conditions.
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Indoor air in schools could add to children’s exposure to PCBs
Episode 803 - PCBs Levels in Air Raises School Concerns
July 31, 2017 - Study finds ‘concerning’ levels of PCBs in indoor school air.
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NanoVelcro microchips could someday noninvasively diagnose prenatal conditions
Episode 802 - Cerulean Blue, the 'New' Color of Wine
July 27, 2017 - Blue booze gets a boost.
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How booze gets the blues
Episode 801 - New Evidence in House Dust and Fat Cells
July 26, 2017 - New evidence suggests house dust could promote growth of fat cells.
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House dust spurs growth of fat cells in lab tests
Episode 800 - Limitless Power for Toys of the Future
July 24, 2017 - Scientists close in on a way to power Smart toys without batteries.
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Smart toys without the batteries
Episode 799 - Van Gogh's Blackest Black
July 20, 2017 - A new contender takes on the challenge making the blackest black paint pigment.
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The chemistry is new in black and blue
Episode 798 - Weeding out Stinky Wines
July 19, 2017 - New odor-detecting device weeds out stinky wines.
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Mulling over the aromas of wine
Episode 797 - Improved bomb-sniffing dogs
July 17, 2017 - New training technique could improve performance of bomb-sniffing dogs.
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Real-time vapor analysis could improve training of explosive-detecting dogs
Episode 796 - Fighting Back Against Cancer
July 13, 2017 - Scientists find new way to break cancer’s defenses.
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First-dual targeting nanoparticles lower cancer’s defenses and attack tumors
Episode 795 - Stopping the Next Flu Pandemic from Happening
July 12, 2017 - New rapid diagnostic test could help prevent next flu pandemic.
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Nipping flu pandemics in the bud
Episode 794 - A Colorful Revolution Sparked by the Beetles
July 10, 2017 - Beetles inspire the development of minuscule color-shifting particles.
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Beetles spark development of color-changing nanoparticles for commercial use
Episode 793 - Spending Summer Camp with Bacon lovers
June 29, 2017 - Bacon lovers go hog wild at unusual summer camp.
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A bacon fest to die for
Episode 792 - New Food Menu for Polar Bears
June 28, 2017 - Climate change is altering polar bear diets.
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Polar bears’ declining mercury levels likely due to climate-related shifts
Episode 791 - Three Cheers for Gluten-free Beer
June 26, 2017 - Scientist hop to it to find grain for gluten-free beer.
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Gluten-free beer from Witkop teff grains
Episode 790 - The Color of Chemistry
June 22, 2017 - The color of chemistry excites the next generation.
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The color of organic chemistry
Episode 789 - A Key Ingredient in Making Foam
June 21, 2017 - Researchers find a way to make foam from old car parts, coconut oil.
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Turning car plastics into foams with coconut oil
Episode 788 - Disabling Chemical Weapons
June 19, 2017 - Fabric coating could disable chemical weapons.
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New fabric coating could thwart chemical weapons, save lives
Episode 787 - Detecting Urine in Swimming Pools
June 15, 2017 - Research reveals the ugly facts about what happens when nature calls at the swimming pool.
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How to monitor urine in pools – by testing sweetness
Episode 786 - Electronics that Bend, Flex and Stretch
June 14, 2017 - Conductive paper could help electronics bend and stretch.
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Conductive paper could enable future flexible electronics
Episode 785 - Visualizing Extinct Creatures Using Advance Bone Testing
June 12, 2017 - Advances in bone testing could reveal much more about the dead.
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What bone proteomics could reveal about the dead
Episode 784 - ‘Novel’ Way to Share Passion for Science
June 08, 2017 - Young scientist’s novel explores the many meanings of chemistry.
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College lab experiences inspire chemist to write debut novel
Episode 783 - Hot Summer Trees May Cause More City Smog
June 07, 2017 - Hot trees in the city might contribute to urban air woes.
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During heat waves, urban trees can increase ground-level ozone
Episode 782 - Sci-fi Holograms Could Soon be a Reality
June 05, 2017 - Researchers stretch the limits of hologram technology.
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Stretchable hologram can switch between multiple images
Episode 781 - Sniffing a Connection Between Humans and Ants
June 01, 2017 - Quirky exhibit explores how scents bind ants and humans.
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Olfactory science meets contemporary art, plus ants
Episode 780 - The 'Scientific way' to Improve Taste
May 31, 2017 - Scientists seek to improve taste, appeal of French baguette.
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Why a crackly crust is essential to a baguette’s aroma and taste
Episode 779 - Increased pollution from Air Conditioner
May 29, 2017 - Spikes in air conditioner use linked to increased air pollution.
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Keeping cool in the summer leads to increased air pollution
Episode 778 - Detecting Pollution Particles
May 25, 2017 - Scientists unravel how air pollution particles move from lungs to blood stream.
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Nanoparticles can travel from lungs to blood, possibly explaining risks to heart
Episode 777 - Electronics from Paper
May 24, 2017 - Artistic paper inspires development of new charging device for portable electronics.
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Art of paper-cutting inspires self-charging paper device
Episode 776 - Making Drinking Water Safer
May 22, 2017 - Researchers detect potent insecticide in drinking water.
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Neonicotinoids detected in drinking water in agricultural area
Episode 775 - Ideas for Dissertation Poster
May 18, 2017 - Wrestling with ideas for a dissertation poster? Check out this student’s effort.
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Wrestling with Ph.D. posters
Episode 774 - Eco-friendly Biofuel from Poop Plant
May 17, 2017 - Researchers mix poop with invasive plant to create eco-friendly biofuel.
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Turning chicken poop and weeds into biofuel
Episode 773 - Better self-healing materials from Snake Skin
May 15, 2017 - Scientists develop self-healing material based on snake skin.
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Water-repellant material sheds like a snake when damaged.
Episode 772 - Super Sticky Geckos Glue
May 11, 2017 - Lizard inspires the creation of adhesive.
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Synthetic two-sided gecko’s foot could enable underwater robotics
Episode 771 - The Secret Ingredient to ‘life-saving’ Blood
May 10, 2017 - Scientists develop alternative to vital blood component.
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Making artificial blood for transfusions
Episode 770 - New approach to Reducing E-waste Pile-up
May 08, 2017 - New biodegradable substance could help reduce E-waste pile-up.
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Degradable electronic components created from corn starch
Episode 769 - 'Artificial Leaf' of the Future
May 04, 2017 - ‘Artificial leaf’ could lead to better harvests in the future.
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A ‘bionic leaf’ could help feed the world
Episode 768 - Scientists and Sunscreen
May 03, 2017 - Scientists answer a burning question about sunscreens.
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A beach lover’s dream: A step toward long-lasting sunscreen
Episode 767 - Sewer Stench Removal
May 01, 2017 - Researchers close in on ways to banish odors from sewage.
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‘Peeling the onion’ to get rid of odors near wastewater treatment plants
Episode 766 - Helping Smokers to Quit
April 27, 2017 - Compounds found in addictive nut could help smokers quit the habit.
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Addictive nut derivatives could help smokers break the nicotine habit
Episode 765 - Countering Birth Defects in Zika Virus
April 26, 2017 - Scientists take steps to prevent birth defects caused by Zika virus.
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Stopping Zika from crossing the placenta
Episode 764 - 'Super' Metallic Laser Detector
April 24, 2017 - New laser technique detects metallic structural defects.
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Green laser light probes metals for hidden damage
Episode 763 - Bacteria Can Be Beaten by Maple Syrup
April 20, 2017 - Maple syrup ingredient could bolster effectiveness of antibiotics.
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No more ‘superbugs’? Maple syrup extract enhances antibiotic action
Episode 762 - A Stunning Way to Reverse Paralysis
April 19, 2017 - Scientists seek to reverse paralyzing effects of autoimmune disorders.
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No more ‘superbugs’? Maple syrup extract enhances antibiotic action
Episode 761 - High-Tech Biosensors in Contact Lens
April 17, 2017 - Contact lens biosensors help monitor bodily functions in real time.
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Bio-sensing contact lens could someday measure blood glucose, other bodily functions
Episode 760 - Future Sea Creatures in Savage Oceans
March 30, 2017 - Some sea creatures could survive in the harsher oceans predicted in the future.
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Some marine creatures may be more resilient to future, harsher ocean conditions than expected
Episode 759 - Zika Mosquito Threat May Still Exists!
March 29, 2017 - Scientist seek ways to corral mosquito responsible for Zika.
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Probing a mosquito problem for clues in the fight against Zika
Episode 758 - The ‘Chemistry’ Crime-solving Device
March 27, 2017 - New powerful ‘glow stick’ could help solve crime, diagnostic testing.
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Scientists develop a bright ‘glow-stick’ marker for cells
Episode 757 - 'Super' Vanilla Flavor
March 02, 2017 - Scientists develop ‘greener’ way to synthesize vanilla flavorings.
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Making vanilla flavoring with less pollution
Episode 756 - New 'Easy Breezy' Fabric Softeners
March 22, 2017 - Innovative technique could lead to more eco-friendly fabric softeners.
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Method could speed up design of more eco-friendly fabric softeners
Episode 755 - New Synthesis Counters Deadly Bacteria
March 20, 2017 - New compounds could derail deadly ‘superbug’.
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Fighting MSRA with new membrane-busting compound
Episode 754 - Rare Sugars for Better Blood Levels
March 16, 2017 - Rare sugars can lead to better management of blood glucose.
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How rare sugars might help control blood glucose
Episode 753 - A ‘Better’ Cancer Fighter
March 15, 2017 - Combination of compounds in ginger and chili peppers can help lower cancer risk.
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Ginger and chili peppers could work together to lower cancer risk
Episode 752 - New Bacteria Detector
March 13, 2017 - New technique could speed the detection of harmful bacteria on fruits and vegetables.
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Moving toward faster, more accurate detection of food- and water-borne bacteria
Episode 751 - Chocolate Lovers Discovery
March 09, 2017 - Fruit seeds could help chocolate lovers avoid a meltdown.
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Jackfruit could help ease looming cocoa bean shortage
Episode 750 - New Studies in Cancer Cells
March 08, 2017 - Scientists detect how cancer cells squeeze through tiny blood vessels.
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How cancer cells spread and squeeze through tiny blood vessels
Episode 749 - 'Safer' Hair dye
March 06, 2017 - Researchers close in on a safer way to dye hair.
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Toward a safer permanent hair dye that mimics melanin
Episode 748 - The Little Black Dress
March 02, 2017 - Science and fashion come together in the latest version of the ‘little black dress'.
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Graphene enters the fashion fray
Episode 747 - Lizard Blood Medicine
March 01, 2017 - Substances in lizard blood could lead to the development of new antibiotics.
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Antimicrobial substances identified in Komodo dragon blood
Episode 746 - New Heating Pad
February 27, 2017 - New see-through heating pad could help prevent burns.
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See-through heating pad could help prevent burns from thermotherapy
Episode 745 - New Depression Disorder
February 23, 2017 - Researchers explore how depression can jumble up our thinking.
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How depression can muddle thinking
Episode 744 - New Discovery in Flint Water Crisis
February 22, 2017 - Scientists reexamine what really triggered the water crisis in Flint, Michigan.
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A closer look at what caused the Flint water crisis
Episode 743 - New Wearable Electronics
February 20, 2017 - Green tea extracts could be used to power wearable electronics.
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Squishy supercapacitors bathed in green tea could power wearable electronics
Episode 742 - New Artificial Cells
February 16, 2017 - Scientists try to get real and artificial cells ‘talking’ to each other.
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Passing the chemical Turing test: Making artificial and real cells talk
Episode 741 - New Nano Fertilizer
February 15, 2017 - Nanoparticle fertilizer could revolutionize agriculture in developing countries.
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Nanoparticle fertilizer could contribute to a new ‘green revolution’
Episode 740 - Opioid Addiction Solution
February 13, 2017 - Weight-loss drug could help clamp down on opioid addiction.
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Commercial weight-loss drug could help treat opioid addiction
Episode 739 - A Cost-effective Way to Diagnose Diseases
February 09, 2017 - New technique could expand the number of diseases doctors can diagnose without expensive lab tests.
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Expanding point-of-care disease diagnostics with ultrasound
Episode 738 - The 'Bright' Side of Peacocks
February 08, 2017 - Peacocks inspire ‘greener’ way to dye clothes.
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Peacock colors inspire ‘greener’ way to dye clothes
Episode 737 - The ‘Smart’ Patch
February 06, 2017 - Scientists develop ‘smart’ patch potentially capable of delivering insulin automatically when needed.
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“Smart” patch could soon automatically deliver insulin when needed
Episode 736 - The Stench in Wine
February 02, 2017 - Researchers help wine makers solve a stinky problem.
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Corralling stinkbugs could lead to better wine
Episode 735 - New Discoveries in Marijuana Compounds
February 01, 2017 - Scientists develop better way to measure marijuana compounds in breast milk.
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Testing breast milk for cannabinoids
Episode 734 - 'Heavenly fruit’s Smell'
January 30, 2017 - New study reveals secrets behind a heavenly fruit’s hellish smell.
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What’s behind the durian fruits notorious stench
Episode 733 - Life Beyond the Stars
January 26, 2017 - Researchers ramp up efforts to detect life on other worlds.
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Looking for life in all the right places — with the right tool
Episode 732 - New Disease Detector
January 25, 2017 - New device could help doctors sniff out disease.
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Nanoarray sniffs out and distinguishes multiple diseases
Episode 731 - 'Firework Fuel'
January 23, 2017 - Power-packed fireworks could lead to the development of new alternative fuels.
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Harnessing the energy of fireworks for fuel
Episode 730 - 'Poop perfume'
January 19, 2017 - ‘Poop perfume’ could help stem disease outbreaks in developing countries.
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Solving poopy problems with science
Episode 729 - New Tattoo medicine
January 18, 2017 - New ink could allow tattoos used in medicine to disappear after treatment.
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Tattoos mark the spot — for surgery — then disappear
Episode 728 - 3-D Ice Crystals
January 16, 2017 - 3-D technique reveals how ice crystals really form.
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Scientists gain important insights into how ice crystals form
Episode 727 - Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker
January 12, 2017 - Scientists detect possible biomarker for Alzheimer’s disease.
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MAO is a possible Alzheimer’s disease biomarker
Episode 726 - New Technique for Blood Supplies
January 11, 2017 - New technique could speed access to blood supplies during emergencies.
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Improving cryopreservation for a longer-lasting blood supply
Episode 725 - High-tech Batteries
January 09, 2017 - Seawater could help power the next wave of high-tech batteries.
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Could a seawater battery help end our dependence on lithium?
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