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PFAS molecules have remarkable properties. However, increasing concerns about health impacts are driving new regulations and the search for alternatives.

What can an analysis of 310,000+ articles and patents tell us about the rise of AI for science? Learn about AI integration in scientific research, with guidance for researchers, institutions, and policymakers.

Thermal energy storage systems leverage specialized materials and processes that absorb, store, and release thermal energy as needed. What role can they plan in helping to make renewable energy more efficient?

Critical metals play crucial roles in modern industries, but are uneven in abundance and geographic distribution. Fortunately, new research and methods may help meet market needs.

With the advent of genetic editing technology, researchers are increasingly able to address immuno-compatibility issues, getting closer to making organs and tissues available for transplant from animal donors to human recipients.

Spatial transcriptomics provides unprecedented insights into the organization, function, and interactions of cells within complex tissues, allowing a deeper understanding of cellular composition and activity.

Explore some of the most successful recent applications of AI in research with experts from 3M, the Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, and CAS.

Since many catalysts and reagents show sensitivity to moisture, water was often excluded as a potential solvent. Now, it appears that many organic transformations can be achieved either in water or on water without using harmful chemicals or volatile organic compounds as solvents.

Fungal infections represent a growing threat to global health. But while publications and clinical trials have declined recently, renewed interest from researchers and the pharmaceutical industry may lead to new breakthroughs.

MAIT cells are a relatively new discovery compared to other types of unconventional T cells, and researchers are making progress using them as “off-the-shelf” immunotherapies.

Once considered a scientific curiosity, static electricity is an age-old principle being revolutionized by the advent of triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs).

Breakthroughs in assisted reproductive technology could overcome infertility challenges.

There are about 200 billion metric tons of lithium in the ocean, and researchers are exploring new ways to extract this element from seawater more efficiently.

Find out how the evolution of AI-powered technology is opening new possibilities in scientific fields ranging from personalized medicine to petrochemicals.

Watch the recording of our webinar where experts from CAS, AstraZeneca, and The Ohio State University explored the current landscape and future directions of lipid-based drug delivery.

Innovations in aerogel processing are making them potentially useful in applications beyond insulation, such as energy storage, catalysis, drug delivery, and more.

A visual infographic shows how PEGylated lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) are used to successfully deliver cancer therapeutics.

From metamaterials to bamboo, read and watch what experts from Dow and CAS had to say in our webinar about materials science trends to watch in 2025.

Conventional diabetes treatment focuses on regulating blood glucose levels, not reducing or treating its complications. But new stem cell therapy strategies could result in more effective and long-lasting treatments.

Advances in nanoscale drug delivery systems are addressing current microRNA therapy issues, which may lead to its becoming a more widely leveraged delivery method.

Discover how human data harmonization empowers drug discovery by enhancing predictive models, reducing errors, and accelerating breakthroughs.

Preview the new CAS report, "Lipid-Based Drug Delivery Systems: Unlock the Future of Drug Delivery," with a snapshot of what we uncovered—the designs of the most commonly cited lipid-based DDS.

Discover how custom digital solutions can help companies build resilient and efficient biotech supply chains while accelerating innovation.

A visual infographic shows the factors that impact aging, related research, and anti-aging strategies.

2025 trends in materials science including breakthroughs in metamaterials, industrial decarbonization, and consumer goods.