Physics and biology meet in a new model of brain development

Researchers unlocked a novel strategy for synthesizing a highly versatile molecule called olympicene—a compound of carbon and hydrogen atoms named for its familiar shape

Solar powered chemistry has one downfall—reactions stop at night. Now scientists have a solution

Providing a surface figure of λ/8 RMS and a surface roughness of less than 50Å RMS, these precision mirrors are designed for low scatter in the visible spectrum

"Compared to alternatives, our method is relatively simple and cost-effective," researcher says

Newly observed optical state could enable quantum computing with photons

Biodegradable bandages made from these fibers will accelerate the growth of tissue cells twice as quickly

In lab tests, mechanical stresses transformed a flexible strip of the material into a hard composite that can support 50 times its own weight

Researchers unlock key scientific challenge of how biorefineries can convert wood into biofuel in an environmental and cost-effective way

Concerns about currently-used contrast agents spur studies to find safer options

Scalable and cost-effective manufacturing of thin film devices

Berkeley Lab scientists prepare for the installation of the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument in Arizona