Chemistry1 day agoWhy the world keeps running out of heliumOur lives are surprisingly dependent upon this extremely light and unreactive gas, yet supplies of it are remarkably fragile.1 day agoFuture17 Mar 2025The explosive potential of custard powderCustard powder makes a delicious dessert but also has a rather less savoury potential – in certain conditions, it can be a powerful explosive.17 Mar 2025Future13 Mar 2025The global challenge of iron deficiencyA lack of this vital nutrient is one of the world's leading causes of disability – but exactly when it becomes a problem, and the best way to treat it, remains unclear.13 Mar 2025Future29 Jan 2025Asteroid contains building blocks of life, say scientistsBennu contains minerals and thousands of organic molecules, including the chemical components that make up DNA. 29 Jan 2025US & Canada20 Jan 2025How venomous caterpillars could help humanitySome species of caterpillar come armed with powerful venoms. Harnessing them could help us design new drugs.20 Jan 2025Future2 Jan 2025Tributes paid after death of Nobel Prize winnerSir James Fraser Stoddart, a former University of Sheffield lecturer, has died at the age of 82.2 Jan 2025South Yorkshire11 Oct 2024The man who captures the joy of Nobel laureatesAdam Smith has spent 18 years recording the moments after the world's brightest minds receive a life-changing call from the Nobel Prize committee.11 Oct 2024Future20 Sep 2024Does chocolate really give you acne?Chocolate has long been considered a possible cause of acne, alongside other sweet treats. But it appears that bad reputation may be undeserved.20 Sep 2024Future7 Aug 2024University's chemistry department is under threatThe University of Hull has tried to boost interest in the department, but with little success.7 Aug 2024Hull & East Yorkshire...
