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From Packaging to Plate: Tracing the Path of PFAS Contamination in Our Food Supply

Explore how PFAS enter our food, the health risks and new EU laws pushing for safer food through rigorous testing and regulation. We also discuss important considerations and potential contamination sources in PFAS analysis protocols.

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Cellular Agriculture: Techniques and Applications

Cellular agriculture is revolutionizing the production of food and materials. This article explores the techniques, applications and potential of cellular agriculture, focusing on its impact on food production and material innovation.

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Extreme Heatwaves in Texas Caused More Air Pollution

Heat and air quality are more connected than you might think. Discover how extreme heat triggers pollution spikes that may pose health risks.

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A “Green” Alternative to PFAS-Containing Fabric Finishing Agents

Discover a PFAS-free fabric finishing approach that uses cottonseed oil for a safer, sustainable alternative to conventional waterproofing.

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Our Understanding of Chocolate Flavor May Need a Rethink

David Gopaulchan explains why his recent research could change the way scientists think about chocolate flavor.

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Out of the Lab, Into the Field: Materials Testing for Large-Scale Structures

Discover how large-scale materials testing is advancing safety in railway tunnels and nuclear sites with cutting-edge imaging techniques.

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“Chemputation” and the Rise of Digital Chemistry

Discover how digital chemistry is shaping the future of drug and materials discovery through automation and scalable innovation.

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“Skin in a Syringe” Could Treat Major Wounds and Severe Burns

Discover how a novel hydrogel bioink – the “skin in a syringe” – aids natural skin regeneration for severe burns and wounds.

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Establishing Trust in Machine Learning for Battery Testing and Development

Learn why trust in AI matters for battery science, and how interactive, reliable models are accelerating commercial breakthroughs in the lab and beyond.

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Monitoring Battery Health With Environmental Sensors

Discover how environmental sensors can improve battery safety, detecting issues such as off-gassing and moisture ingress in electric vehicles.

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The Role of Metrology in Supporting Sustainable and Circular Materials

Discover how metrology supports recycling, sustainable materials and circular economy goals through precise measurement science.

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A Simple Model Describes How the Soil Microbiome Responds to Environmental Change

A deceptively simple mathematical model can describe how the soil responds to environmental change. Using just two variables, the model shows that changes in pH levels consistently result in three distinct metabolic states of the microbial community.

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