Latest news from American Chemical Society (ACS) on News en-us Copyright 2025 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/a-safe-nuclear-battery-that-could-last-a-lifetime/?sc=rsin /articles/a-safe-nuclear-battery-that-could-last-a-lifetime/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Researchers are considering radiocarbon as a source for safe, small and affordable nuclear batteries that could last decades or longer without charging. They will present their results at ACS Spring 2025. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/making-sturdy-semi-transparent-wood-with-cheap-natural-materials/?sc=rsin /articles/making-sturdy-semi-transparent-wood-with-cheap-natural-materials/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Can you imagine a smartphone with a wooden touchscreen, or a house with wooden windows? Transparent wood could make it possible. Researchers have created this plastic alternative using almost entirely natural materials. They will present their results at ACS Spring 2025. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/blue-pigment-improves-foundation-makeup-shades-for-dark-skin/?sc=rsin /articles/blue-pigment-improves-foundation-makeup-shades-for-dark-skin/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Darker makeup foundations often fall flat, appearing gray-like once applied on the skin. But now, researchers report a blue cosmetic color additive that gives darker foundations the warmth and depth that current formulations lack. They will present their results at ACS Spring 2025. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/una-bater-a-nuclear-segura-que-podr-a-durar-toda-la-vida/?sc=rsin /articles/una-bater-a-nuclear-segura-que-podr-a-durar-toda-la-vida/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Los investigadores estan considerando el radiocarbono como fuente para baterias nucleares seguras, pequenas y asequibles que podrian durar decadas, o incluso mas, sin necesidad de recarga. Presentaran sus resultados en el encuentro de primavera de 2025 de la ACS. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/el-pigmento-azul-mejora-el-tono-de-las-bases-de-maquillaje-para-pieles-oscuras/?sc=rsin /articles/el-pigmento-azul-mejora-el-tono-de-las-bases-de-maquillaje-para-pieles-oscuras/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Las bases de maquillaje mas oscuras suelen fallar de plano, ya que dan un aspecto grisaceo al aplicarlas sobre la piel. Pero ahora, los investigadores informan de un aditivo de color azul para cosmeticos que proporciona a las bases mas oscuras la calidez e intensidad de las que carecen las formulas actuales. Presentaran sus resultados en el encuentro de primavera de 2025 de la ACS. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/fabricaci-n-de-madera-resistente-y-semitransparente-con-materiales-naturales-y-econ-micos/?sc=rsin /articles/fabricaci-n-de-madera-resistente-y-semitransparente-con-materiales-naturales-y-econ-micos/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST ?Podrias imaginarte un telefono inteligente con pantalla tactil de madera o una casa con ventanas de madera? La madera transparente podria hacerlo posible. Los investigadores han creado esta alternativa al plastico utilizando materiales casi totalmente naturales. Presentaran sus resultados en el encuentro de primavera de 2025 de la ACS. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/un-estudio-piloto-revela-que-la-goma-de-mascar-puede-liberar-micropl-sticos-en-la-saliva/?sc=rsin /articles/un-estudio-piloto-revela-que-la-goma-de-mascar-puede-liberar-micropl-sticos-en-la-saliva/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST El plastico esta presente en todos los aspectos de nuestra vida diaria, incluso en las gomas de mascar. Los investigadores de un estudio piloto descubrieron que masticar goma de mascar puede liberar cientos o miles de microplasticos por pieza en la saliva, los cuales podrian ser ingeridos. Presentaran sus resultados en el encuentro de primavera de 2025 de la ACS. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/el-recubrimiento-hidr-filo-ofrece-pelotas-de-golf-inmutables/?sc=rsin /articles/el-recubrimiento-hidr-filo-ofrece-pelotas-de-golf-inmutables/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Una pelota de golf recubierta de un nuevo polimero que absorbe el agua rueda previsiblemente sobre cesped humedo y seco, y se desplaza sin complicaciones por el aire para hacer que jugar en condiciones de campo desfavorables dependa menos del azar y mas de la habilidad. El investigador presentara sus resultados en el encuentro de primavera de 2025 de la ACS. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/chewing-gum-can-shed-microplastics-into-saliva-pilot-study-finds/?sc=rsin /articles/chewing-gum-can-shed-microplastics-into-saliva-pilot-study-finds/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Plastic is everywhere in our daily lives, including chewing gums. In a pilot study, researchers found that chewing gum can release hundreds to thousands of microplastics per piece into saliva and potentially be ingested. They will present their results at ACS Spring 2025. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/low-sugar-vaccine-can-provide-broad-immunity-against-coronavirus-variants/?sc=rsin /articles/low-sugar-vaccine-can-provide-broad-immunity-against-coronavirus-variants/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST A single vaccine could protect animal models from coronaviruses that cause COVID-19 and the flu. It works by creating antibodies that remove the virus' protective sugar coat and target a rarely mutating region of the spike protein. Results will be presented at the ACS Spring 2025 Digital Meeting. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/las-cavernas-fluorescentes-podr-an-explicar-c-mo-persiste-la-vida-en-entornos-extraterrestres/?sc=rsin /articles/las-cavernas-fluorescentes-podr-an-explicar-c-mo-persiste-la-vida-en-entornos-extraterrestres/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST En las profundidades de la superficie terrestre, las formaciones rocosas pueden brillar en tonos brillantes de rosa, azul y verde bajo luz ultravioleta. Los cientificos utilizan estas caracteristicas fluorescentes para comprender como se formaron las cuevas y como se sostiene la vida en su interior. Presentaran sus resultados en el encuentro de primavera de 2025 de la ACS. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/fluorescent-caves-could-explain-how-life-persists-in-extraterrestrial-environments/?sc=rsin /articles/fluorescent-caves-could-explain-how-life-persists-in-extraterrestrial-environments/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Deep below the Earth's surface, rock formations can shine in brilliant hues of pink, blue and green under black light. Scientists are using these fluorescent features to understand how the caves formed and how life is supported within. They will present their results at ACS Spring 2025. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/hydrophilic-coating-makes-for-unflappable-golf-balls/?sc=rsin /articles/hydrophilic-coating-makes-for-unflappable-golf-balls/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST A golf ball coated with a new water-absorbing polymer rolls predictably on wet and dry grass and travels smoothly through the air to make playing on unfavorable course conditions less of a game of chance and more of a game of skill. The researcher will present his results at ACS Spring 2025. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/una-vacuna-baja-en-az-car-puede-proporcionar-una-amplia-inmunidad-frente-a-las-variantes-del-coronavirus/?sc=rsin /articles/una-vacuna-baja-en-az-car-puede-proporcionar-una-amplia-inmunidad-frente-a-las-variantes-del-coronavirus/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Una sola vacuna podria proteger a modelos animales de los coronavirus causantes de la COVID-19 y la gripe. Esta actua generando anticuerpos que eliminan la capa de azucar protectora del virus y se dirige a una region de la proteina Spike que rara vez muta. Los resultados se presentaran en el Encuentro digital de primavera de 2025 de la ACS. American Chemical Society (ACS) /补谤迟颈肠濒别蝉/植物贴片传感器可以实时检测压力信号-/?蝉肠=谤蝉颈苍 /补谤迟颈肠濒别蝉/植物贴片传感器可以实时检测压力信号-/?蝉肠=谤蝉颈苍 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:20:13 EST 环境条件会对植物造成损害性压力，这给家庭园艺爱好者和农民带来了一定的挑战。因此，在叶片明显变色、枯萎或凋零之前，及早发现是至关重要的。目前，研究人员在《ACS Sensors》中报告指出，他们已经为植物开发了一种可穿戴贴片传感器，其能快速感知植物压力并将信息传递给种植者。这种电化学传感器直接附着在活体植物叶片上，监测过氧化氢这一关键的求救信号。 American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/do-it-yourself-box-filter-clears-the-air-of-indoor-pollutants/?sc=rsin /articles/do-it-yourself-box-filter-clears-the-air-of-indoor-pollutants/?sc=rsin Mon, 24 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Researchers have developed a low-cost, durable, do-it-yourself system that works as well as more expensive HEPA filters to clear indoor air pollutants such as smoke -- or possibly limit the impact of airborne disease spread. They will present their results at the ACS Spring 2025 Digital Meeting. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/filtro-de-caja-de-bricolaje-purifica-el-aire-de-contaminantes-interiores/?sc=rsin /articles/filtro-de-caja-de-bricolaje-purifica-el-aire-de-contaminantes-interiores/?sc=rsin Mon, 24 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Los investigadores han desarrollado un sistema de bajo costo, duradero y de bricolaje que funciona tan bien como los filtros HEPA mas caros para eliminar contaminantes interiores del aire, como el humo, o posiblemente limitar el impacto de la propagacion de enfermedades transmitidas por el aire. Presentaran sus resultados en el Encuentro digital de primavera de 2025 de la ACS. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/guardians-of-the-vineyard-canines-and-chemistry-work-to-combat-powdery-mildew/?sc=rsin /articles/guardians-of-the-vineyard-canines-and-chemistry-work-to-combat-powdery-mildew/?sc=rsin Sun, 23 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Researchers are analyzing volatile chemicals emanating from grape leaves infected by powdery mildew fungus, with the goal of improving training for vineyard canines. They will present their results at ACS Spring 2025. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/improving-glp-1-drug-delivery-by-painting-it-on-antibodies/?sc=rsin /articles/improving-glp-1-drug-delivery-by-painting-it-on-antibodies/?sc=rsin Sun, 23 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Researchers have "painted" GLP-1 receptor agonists onto antibodies through a reaction that happens inside the body. In animal models, a single dose worked better and lasts longer than currently administered dosages. They will present their results at ACS Spring 2025. American Chemical Society (ACS) /articles/guardianes-del-vi-edo-la-lucha-de-los-canes-y-la-qu-mica-contra-el-o-dio/?sc=rsin /articles/guardianes-del-vi-edo-la-lucha-de-los-canes-y-la-qu-mica-contra-el-o-dio/?sc=rsin Sun, 23 Mar 2025 05:00:00 EST Los investigadores estan analizando sustancias quimicas volatiles que provienen de las hojas de parra infectadas por el hongo oidio con el objetivo de mejorar el entrenamiento de los canes de los vinedos. Presentaran sus resultados en el encuentro de primavera de 2025 de la ACS. American Chemical Society (ACS)