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:

Figuring out how to make tastier wines using fewer pesticides July 30, 2015
Designing hardy but wine-friendly grapes could help reduce pesticide use.
Toward a safe antiobesity drug that could block fat absorption July 30, 2015
To help fight obesity, scientists are working on drugs that could trap ingested fat before the body absorbs it.
An all-natural sunscreen derived from algae July 30, 2015
Substances from algae and fish mucus that protect against ultraviolet rays are the basis for a potential new kind of sunscreen.
Why are Tattoos Permanent? (video) July 28, 2015
In this Reactions video we explore what tattoo ink is made of, why this body art is permanent (whether you like it or not) and other cool facts.
New battery technologies take on lithium-ion July 22, 2015
Researchers at Oxis Energy in England could be poised to commercialize lithium-sulfur batteries within the next few years.
Boosting gas mileage by turning engine heat into electricity July 22, 2015
A new material could convert engine heat into electric power— and help reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.
Programming adult stem cells to treat muscular dystrophy and more by mimicking nature July 22, 2015
Scientists coaxed the development of this muscle cell from an adult stem cell.
E-cigarettes may be as addictive as traditional ones July 22, 2015
Studying the kind of nicotine in e-cigs could help scientists and regulators understand the devices' potential health risks.
How do fireflies glow? (video) July 21, 2015
This bright discovery, published in a recent issue of the Journal of the American Chemical Society, could lead to exciting applications in medicine.
A portable ‘paper machine’ can diagnose disease for less than $2 July 15, 2015
A "paper machine" about 10 inches in length could bring modern diagnostics to remote places.
Implantable ‘artificial pancreas’ could help diabetes patients control their blood sugar July 15, 2015
Constant glucose monitoring and frequent insulin injections could someday be replaced with an "artificial pancreas" for people with Type 1 diabetes.
Lessons learned from the Exxon Valdez and Deepwater Horizon oil spills July 15, 2015
Preparedness is key
The secret to the sea sapphire’s colors — and invisibility (video) July 15, 2015
Scientists are studying the disappearing act of this ocean-dwelling copepod.
Attention beachgoers: Fecal contamination affects sand more than water July 15, 2015
In addition to sunblock, swimsuits and towels, hitting the beach could require hand sanitizer.
Why This Town Has Been On Fire For 50 Years (video) July 7, 2015
From a chemical standpoint, what is fire, anyway?
Wine-making shortcut gives bubbly a fruitier aroma June 17, 2015
Sparkling wine gets a fruity boost with the help of a yeast product.
On the road to needle-free medicine June 17, 2015
Scientists are working to make needles obsolete.
Toward nanorobots that swim through blood to deliver drugs (video) June 17, 2015
Patients could one day benefit from swimming nanorobots that deliver drugs where they're needed.
Novel battery uses light to produce power (video) June 17, 2015
This photo battery can run small electronics and recharge without an outside power source.
Nanoparticles target and kill cancer stem cells that drive tumor growth June 10, 2015
After two hours, special nanoparticles accumulated in cancer cells in mice and destroyed most of the tumor within a day
Tackling chronic sinusitis by addressing underlying factors June 10, 2015
Researchers are working on a new compound to treat chronic sinusitis.
Probing what happens to plutonium in a nuclear explosion June 10, 2015
Facility in California have started simulating what happens to plutonium in a nuclear explosion.
Keeping astronauts in space longer with better air and water June 3, 2015
A new system for monitoring air and water aboard space craft could help astronauts achieve longer missions.
Past failures pave way for promising new Alzheimer’s treatments June 3, 2015
Alzheimer's Next Chapter
Recovering a rare metal from LCDs to avoid depleting key resource June 3, 2015
Consumers are hooked on liquid-crystal displays, but recycling may be necessary to keep up production.
Critter chemistry: Three amazing insect scientists (video) May 28, 2015
Insects may not be the most charismatic creatures on the planet, but what they lack in cuddliness, they make up for with chemical ingenuity.
Why Americans can’t buy some of the best sunscreens May 27, 2015
Hazy Outlook for U.S. Sunscreen Users
New electronic stent could provide feedback and therapy — then dissolve May 27, 2015
A multi-tasking stent can measure blood flow, take temperature readings, release drugs and dissolve when it's no longer needed.
Perfume researchers lend their noses to design less odorous latrines May 27, 2015
To help improve sanitation in developing countries, scent scientists are figuring out how to keep public toilets smelling clean.
Expanding the code of life with new ‘letters’ May 27, 2015
Scientists have created a double helix out of six nucleotides, two more than what nature had devised.