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:
Keeping heavy metals out of beer and wine
February 25, 2019
A material commonly used in filtering beer and wine could be transferring heavy metals into these beverages
A scientific method for perfect fondue
February 25, 2019
Researchers reveal how to balance cheese, wine and starch for the perfect fondue
Watch: Can mixing household cleaners kill you?
February 21, 2019
Powering a pacemaker with a patient’s heartbeat
February 20, 2019
A small, flexible device can power a pacemaker with energy from heartbeats
Polymers pave way for wider use of recycled tires in asphalt
February 20, 2019
A polymer additive stabilizes asphalt made with used tire components
Sensitive sensor detects Down syndrome DNA
February 20, 2019
A new biosensor could someday detect fetal Down syndrome DNA in pregnant women's blood
Watch: Upcycling plastic bags into battery parts
February 20, 2019
To combat plastic bag pollution, researchers converted the bags into carbon chips for batteries
The science behind big ‘80s hairstyles (VIDEO)
February 15, 2019
‘Unclonable’ tag combats counterfeiters
February 14, 2019
An "unclonable" tag that can't be replicated was developed to combat counterfeit goods
Hibernating hamsters could provide new clues to Alzheimer’s disease
February 14, 2019
The brains of hibernating hamsters could suggest new therapies for Alzheimer's disease
Micromotors deliver oral vaccines
February 8, 2019
To help patients avoid shots, researchers have developed a micromotor-powered oral vaccine
What is white chocolate? (VIDEO)
February 7, 2019
How shaving cream works (VIDEO)
February 3, 2019
Why flamingos are cooler than you think (VIDEO)
January 24, 2019
Identifying factors that influence mercury levels in tuna
January 24, 2019
Factors, such as sea surface temperature, can influence mercury levels in tuna
What makes the deadly pufferfish so delectable
January 23, 2019
Researchers have identified the key compounds responsible for the taste of pufferfish (Takifugu obscurus).
Fidget spinner as centrifuge separates blood plasma (video)
January 23, 2019
Fidget spinners can be used to separate blood plasma for diagnostic tests
Coming soon: A blood test for Alzheimer’s disease?
January 23, 2019
New assays and biomarkers are bringing the decades-long quest to develop a blood test for Alzheimer’s disease closer to the finish line
Blister fluid could help diagnose burn severity
January 23, 2019
Analyzing the proteins in blister fluids could help doctors determine the best course of treatment for burn patients
Dry-cured ham bones –– a source of heart-healthy peptides?
January 23, 2019
Bones from dry-cured ham could contain cardioprotective peptides
Capturing chemotherapy drugs before they can cause side effects
January 23, 2019
A device tested in pigs can absorb chemotherapy drugs (delivered by syringe) from the bloodstream after they have done their job in a tumor
The limonene myth (VIDEO)
January 17, 2019
Artificial bug eyes
January 14, 2019
Nanostructures on an artificial bug eye resemble a shag carpet when viewed with a powerful microscope
How compostable plastic works (VIDEO)
January 11, 2019
How baby aspirin saves lives (VIDEO)
January 3, 2019
Getting yeast to make artificial sweets
January 2, 2019
Researchers devise a way to produce large quantities of stevia by using yeast
Rabbit gene helps houseplant detoxify indoor air
January 2, 2019
A genetically modified houseplant can efficiently remove toxins from the air
E-bandage generates electricity, speeds wound healing in rats
January 2, 2019
A wound covered by an electric bandage on a rat's skin (top left) healed faster than a wound under a control bandage (right).
How kimchi gets its kick (VIDEO)
December 24, 2018
Should Santa wear a flame-retardant suit? (VIDEO)
December 14, 2018
Reactions explains the chemistry of flame retardants