In the second edition of the accidental discoveries series, Reactions explains the stories of how TNT, dynamite, and even air bags were discovered totally by accident

SLAC, Stanford scientists exploit a famous bit of quantum weirdness to film a molecule’s inner life

The fluorescent sensor, derived from citric acid molecules, is highly sensitive and highly selective for chloride, the key diagnostic marker in cystic fibrosis

Data confirm model in which impact pulverizes Earth like a sledgehammer hitting a watermelon

Why researchers look for bird droppings on Edvard Munch's masterpiece with DESY's X-rays

The new test, developed in collaboration with Nottingham City Hospital, is completely painless and offers a one-stop diagnosis suitable for people of all ages

Florida State University Professor Thomas Albrecht-Schmitt captures the fundamental chemistry of the element berkelium, or Bk on the periodic table

Supercomputer simulations and as well as lab-based experiments showed that water serves as an invisible cage for the growth of micelle fibers

Study shows that radioactive material acts like a salt, a nuance that could benefit nuclear detectors and reactors

At SLAC Synchrotron, two X-ray techniques give a 3-D view of why catalysts used in gasoline production go bad

Currently, tests to detect the presence of infection or disease require a sample of blood from a patient, which is later analyzed in a laboratory to detect markers of disease

Both chili peppers and ginger are widely used spices in certain cuisines, particularly in Asia, and have been studied for potential health effects