American Chemical Society

American Chemical Society, ACS is a congressionally chartered independent membership organization which represents professionals at all degree levels and in all fields of chemistry and sciences that involve chemistry.

Most Recent Articles by American Chemical Society:

3-D-bioprinted placenta could lead to new treatments for preeclampsia May 18, 2016
Research into the causes of preeclampsia could get a boost from a new 3-D model of the placenta.
Hot tubs and swimming pools are not as clean as you may think May 18, 2016
The amounts of potentially harmful compounds in hot tubs and swimming pools increase with use.
Ensuring artisanal Parmigiano Reggiano cheese is the real deal May 18, 2016
A new method for detecting authentic Parmigiano Reggiano could safeguard both cheesemakers and buyers.
Does Gum Really Stay in Your Stomach for 7 Years? May 17, 2016
Reactions looks at the mechanics and chemistry of digestion in order to settle the myth
Watching whisky dry for science (video) May 16, 2016
Whisky's unique drying properties
Does Homeopathy Work? May 10, 2016
Measuring the airborne toxicants urban bicyclists inhale May 4, 2016
Researchers measured urban bicyclists' exposure to pollutants while riding along different types of routes.
Searching for signs of disease in spit May 4, 2016
Diagnosing diseases could get simpler using patients' unique spit "signatures."
The art — and science — behind treasured Japanese porcelain May 4, 2016
Scientists have come up with a simple way to produce the high-quality red color in prized Japanese porcelain.
How to Make Flowers Last Longer May 3, 2016
Reactions has picked out the best science-backed tips to maximize the freshness of your cut flowers.
Tiny motors that can clean up polluted water (video) April 27, 2016
This Headline Science video features one motor that could help break down organic contaminants, such as pesticides and plasticizers, in water.
Cellphone-sized device quickly detects the Ebola virus April 27, 2016
Scientists have developed a handheld device that can detect Ebola RNA in less than 40 minutes.
Toward dissolvable electronics for implants and sensors April 27, 2016
A new electronic component partly made with egg proteins could help enable dissolvable devices.
Creating a reduced-fat chocolate that melts in your mouth April 27, 2016
Researchers investigated how adding limonene to cocoa butter could result in better reduced-fat chocolate.
What’s The Best Way To Whiten Teeth? April 26, 2016
While one option to achieve this involves a trip to the dentist for a professional whitening, many people have turned to over-the-counter teeth-whitening treatments.
Using glucose monitors to detect other diseases April 20, 2016
Scientists are repurposing glucose monitors to detect other conditions in a practical, low-cost way.
A better understanding of bananas could help prevent blindness April 20, 2016
Learning how to make bananas more nutritious could help reduce cases of blindness.
Making biodiesel with used cooking oil and a microwave April 20, 2016
Converting leftover cooking oil into biodiesel could become less expensive with a new processing technique.
Toward a resistance-proof antiviral that can treat many diseases April 20, 2016
Blocking the step when viruses infect a cell could be a new strategy for fighting a wide range of diseases.
The chem-hiss-try of snake venom April 19, 2016
Evolutionary biology tells us why venom is useful for snakes, but chemistry tells us how venom works.
Better coffee through chemistry April 12, 2016
From the bean to the brew, science can help you get the perfect cup
Why Do Wasps Attack? April 7, 2016
This week, Reactions answers viewers’ chemistry questions like these with some short and sweet chemistry
Toward diagnosing diseases such as cancer in their earliest stages April 6, 2016
A new test could someday help doctors catch diseases at their earliest stages.
How bioceramics could help fight gum disease April 6, 2016
Scientists investigate a new approach to treating severe gum disease.
Paper-based test could help prevent food poisoning April 6, 2016
A new, simple test could help detect pathogens in food and prevent illnesses.
Using glucose monitors to detect other diseases March 30, 2016
Scientists are repurposing glucose monitors to detect other conditions in a practical, low-cost way.
The impact of anti-odor clothing on the environment March 30, 2016
One way to reduce the environmental impact of odor-fighting clothes would be to use low amounts of silver nanoparticles.
Nicotine vaccine delays the drug’s effects in mice March 30, 2016
Scientists are working toward a vaccine to help smokers kick the habit for good.
Mind-altering drugs could treat mental disorders March 30, 2016
"Psychedelic Medicines"
Transparent wood could one day help brighten homes and buildings March 30, 2016
Wood that allows light to pass through could lead to a brighter future for homes and buildings.