A team of UC Riverside researchers has identified a potential breakthrough in solar desalination that could reduce the need for energy-intensive saltwater treatment. Luat Vuong Led by Luat Vuong, an ...

Glowing bats may sound like Halloween decor, but researchers in Georgia have discovered certain species of North American bats that are capable of the unusual trick. When placed under ultraviolet ...

TL;DR: This experiment may not revolutionize telecommunications, but it highlights how accessible these concepts have become outside traditional research labs. Using nothing more than an iPad, a solar ...

In today’s slightly bonkers kitchen experiment, I’ve made a lemon meringue pie that glows under UV light… yes, seriously. Using a bit of food science and something called riboflavin (aka vitamin B2), ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. While ultraviolet (UV) light is harmful for human skin, it could be ...

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I tried a series of amazing light experiments to explore reflections, refractions, and optical illusions, showing just how fun and surprising light can be. Hot Milk - Trailer 2 Scientists reveal the ...

In the frozen reaches of the planet—glaciers, mountaintops, and icy groundwater—scientists have uncovered strange light-sensitive molecules in tiny microbes. These “cryorhodopsins” can respond to ...