A simple burst of visible light can now create skin-safe electrodes that could transform medical and wearable electronics.

US Silica's new white pigment replaces half the titanium dioxide in plastics while cutting costs and boosting sustainability.

UV-C light is a type of ultraviolet light with shorter wavelength and more energy than UV light of type A and B. Photonic components operating in the UV-C range can unlock new opportunities across ...

Six species of North American bats—big brown bats (pictured), eastern red bats, Seminole bats, southeastern myotis, gray bats and Brazilian free-tailed bats—glow green under ultraviolet light, new ...

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 ...

What is the purpose of light? How does light work? Why does light exist? This video explores the longstanding debate over whether light is composed of particles or waves. Albert Einstein demonstrated ...

The ability to spot rubs and scrapes is an acquired skill. They may be invisible to rookie hunters, but with a little bit of practice, spotting them becomes routine. Whitetails don’t have to work ...

Scientists have shown that far-UVC lights, which are already commercially available, can rapidly break down common airborne allergens, offering a safe and fast new way to ease asthma and allergy ...

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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Cats, dust mites, mold, trees; for people with allergies, even a brief whiff of the airborne allergens these organisms produce can lead to swollen eyes, itchy skin and impaired breathing. Such ...