Using plant proteins derived from crop waste and spent grains adds new dimension to sustainable lab-grown meats. A lot of research is going into developing lab-grown meat, with many hoping that a…
From lasers to a Nobel Prize: A conversation with Donna Strickland
Almost five years after winning the Nobel Prize in Physics, Donna Strickland, Canadian physicist and professor at the University of Waterloo, says it’s been a whirlwind. “My life is completely different,” she…
Earth Day 2023: How do we invest in our planet?
A list of articles showcasing innovative individuals and technologies working to build a sustainable economy that protects our planet. Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22 to help raise awareness…
Treating inflammatory diseases with oxygen-scavenging catalysts
Catalysts that mimic antioxidase enzymes show promise in treating inflammatory diseases, such as gum disease, lupus, or cancer. Oxidative stress can damage cells, proteins, and DNA, and has been linked to a…
Making edible pigments from photonic materials
Using a derivative of cellulose, researchers explore making a natural food colorant from materials whose surfaces manipulate light. Food colorants are used extensively in the food industry for various purposes, from enhancing…
Fish assess misinformation to avoid overreaction
Fish adjust their sensitivity to the actions of others, such reacting to false alarms, to reduce the risk of responding to misinformation. “Despite the benefits of learning about the world through social…
Chien-Shiung Wu, the authority in beta decay
Chien-Shiung Wu was a Chinese–American physicist who made significant contributions to nuclear and particle physics. Wu’s unequivocal expertise in beta decay during the fission, or splitting, of atoms made her a leading…
A computing system made from heart cells
It is an understatement to say that modern computers have and continue to shape civilization. Since their implementation, information has become more accessible, technological feats such as space exploration became possible, entertainment…
ChatGPT is making waves in the scientific literature
It seems as though almost everyone is talking about ChatGPT these days — a sophisticated language model developed by the San Fransisco company, OpenAI. Within one week of it becoming publicly available,…
The ins and outs of an undergrad-run journal
An integral part of the scientific process involves publishing in order to make new data, theories, and findings available to the wider scientific community. This helps to not only spark new ideas…