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  1. Physics

    Solving a 400-year-old supernova riddle

    Astronomers have determined that Kepler's supernova, the last stellar explosion witnessed in our galaxy, belongs to the class known as type 1a.

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  2. Tech

    Tracking nanotubes in mice

    Carbon nanotubes can target tumors in mice.

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  3. 19785

    Not only is the finding that nanotubes “remained in particular in the liver and spleen” of concern, but there is no indication made or concern expressed over what happens after excretion. What biological activity do these structures have in the open environment, and for how long? Can they become airborne? Do they get removed in […]

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  4. Earth

    Heating releases cookware chemicals

    Nonstick coatings on fry pans and microwave-popcorn bags can, when heated, release traces of potentially toxic perfluorinated chemicals.