by Nikki Hoang You have probably seen someone use false eyelashes to enhance their looks. These thin fibers that resemble natural eyelashes are hidden under coats of mascara and camouflaged to make it look natural. …
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Chemistry and Art in the Mountains of Morocco
by Christy Haynes Last month, I went on a dream trip – a 9-day tour through Morocco. Morocco is a beautiful country at the cultural crossroads of Africa and the Middle East, with a touch …
Charged Chains and How They Interact with Model Biological Interfaces
by Alicia McGeachy Have you ever heard the phrase “walking on eggshells”? The phrase is usually meant to convey the message that you should take care in not disrupting or offending someone. It turns out, …
Podcast Ep 14. What Does Nanotechnology Have to Do With Renewable Car Tires?
What if car tires could be made from renewable resources instead of petroleum? In this episode of the podcast, we interview Dr. Paul Dauenhauer, part of a research team from the Center for Sustainable Polymers who have developed a new chemical process to make isoprene (one of the key ingredients in car tires) from biomass such as grass or corn.