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Researchers are paving the way for a clean energy economy with low-cost, cadmium-free thin-film solar cells.

A single hormone appears to coordinate the lifespan extension produced by a low-protein diet.

Malaria parasites, that accumulate in mosquito salivary glands where space is very limited have been found to create vortices to allow collective movement.

Competition between "good" and pathogenic bacteria for energy sources confers protection against some strains of illness-causing bacteria.

Researchers unraveled the origins of nitrophenols – a cancerogenic compounds – in the air.

A recent review highlights promising technologies for efficient removal of endocrine disruptors from wastewater.

For 30 years, scientists have debated the underlying cause of Gulf War illness. Now, through a detailed genetic study, the nerve gas sarin has been shown to be largely responsible for the syndrome.

A mechanical milling method could produce a more environmentally friendly fertilizer from urea and gypsum.

Scientists have assessed the cost competitiveness of metal-organic framework materials to store hydrogen for large-scale backup power applications.

A diet containing at least 8–10 grams of soluble fiber per day is associated with fewer antibiotic-resistant gut microbes, a new study has shown.