Science Oct 06 WATCH: Kagan and Soai win Nobel Prize in chemistry for illuminating mirror-image molecules By Adithi Ramakrishnan, Kostya Manenkov, Stefanie Dazio, Associated Press
Science Oct 07 WATCH: 3 scientists who made molecular architecture discovery win Nobel Prize in chemistry A member of the Nobel committee likened the discovery to Hermione Granger’s seemingly bottomless enchanted handbag in the “Harry Potter” series, in that the frameworks may look small from the outside, but are able to hold surprisingly vast quantities within… By Kostya Manenkov, Stefanie Dazio, Christina Larson, Associated Press
Science Oct 10 Watch 6:09 Winner of Nobel Prize in chemistry describes how his work could transform lives The Nobel Prize in chemistry went to three scientists for groundbreaking work using artificial intelligence to advance biomedical and protein research. AlphaFold uses databases of protein structures and sequences to predict and even design protein structures. It speeds up a… By Amna Nawaz
Science Oct 06 WATCH: David Baker, Demis Hassabis and John Jumper win 2024 Nobel Prize in chemistry for breakthrough work on proteins “That was actually called a grand challenge in chemistry, and in particular in biochemistry, for decades. So, it’s that breakthrough that gets awarded today,” Heiner Linke, chair of the Nobel Committee for Chemistry, said. By Daniel Niemann, Mike Corder, Associated Press
Science Apr 08 Why batteries come in many different shapes and sizes The first batteries were made in the 1800s and have changed a lot since then. The reason batteries come in so many types has as much to do with history as innovation. By Wesley Chang, The Conversation
Mar 17 Watch 5:46 The life and achievements of chemist Stephanie Kwolek, inventor of Kevlar By Ali Rogin, Claire Mufson, Lana Green Kevlar is a fiber that’s stronger than steel, and it’s revolutionized everything from military and police body armor to sports equipment. For our “Hidden Histories” series this Women’s History Month, we learn about Stephanie Kwolek, the pioneering researcher who invented… Continue watching
Jan 26 How to make the perfect cup of tea, according to chemistry By Bella Isaacs-Thomas "Steeped: The Chemistry of Tea" author Michelle Francl spoke to PBS NewsHour about the chemistry that goes into making and flavoring tea, and how to wield this “science of change” to brew yourself the perfect cup. Continue reading
Oct 03 WATCH: 3 scientists share Nobel in chemistry for research on quantum dots By David Keyton, Mike Corder, Christina Larson, Associated Press Quantum dots are particles a few atoms in diameter that can release very bright colored light and are used in electronics and medical imaging. Continue reading
Dec 23 The food science behind what makes leftovers tasty (or not) By Bella Isaacs-Thomas Here’s some science you can keep in mind when you’re finishing off the leftovers in your fridge, plus a few tips for safer cooking and eating. Continue reading
Oct 21 The science behind the aroma of fall By Bella Isaacs-Thomas, Megan McGrew Your nose knows it’s fall as soon as you step outside. Continue reading