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Which air purification technologies can tackle COVID-19?
Air-cleaning devices that claim to remove SARS-CoV-2 have hit shelves, backed by varying levels of data
Twist on CRISPR alters gene expression to treat chronic pain in mice
An opioid-free approach to pain treatment reduces intensity of three different types of pain in mouse models.
Tugging on this molecule changes its color
Fast-acting mechanophore could be used to sense when a polymer is at its breaking point
Machine learning predicts possible antimicrobial peptides
IBM researchers combine machine learning, molecular dynamics, and experiments to predict and screen possible drug candidates
Specially treated plastic containers may spread PFAS
Fluorine-treated jugs and industrial drums can contaminate products, US EPA says
Reactive calcium complex captures dinitrogen
Surprise reaction suggests chemists should rethink the periodic table's s-block
Takeda to buy Maverick's bispecific antibody technology
The biotech firm's cancer immunotherapies might offer a safer and more effective dual-action design
Faculty beliefs about active learning hinder adoption
Large survey reveals those who experienced active learning are more likely to teach with it
Biosensor tracks real-time blood levels of phenylalanine in rats
Aptamer-based sensor takes step toward real-time monitoring of the amino acid for people with phenylketonuria
Activity surges in cell and gene therapy services
Investments target an anticipated flurry of cutting-edge biologic therapies
ACS Bridge Program makes an impact
Mentorship is key to the program's success in diversifying the chemical sciences
The end of pentachlorophenol is near
US EPA proposes to ban all uses of wood preservative citing health risks to workers
DuPont to buy electronic chemical maker Laird Performance Materials for $2.3 billion
The deal is the largest of several recent investments in materials for electronics
