NC State scientists are studying a bacteria that breaks down PET, the plastic used in some water bottles and clothing. They've engineered the bacteria to break PET down more efficiently and the ...

Every time a eukaryotic cell divides, it faces a monumental challenge: It must carefully duplicate and divide its genetic material (chromosomes) equally, and then rebuild the nuclear envelope around ...

Have you ever tried making a vinegar out of your pineapples? Here's why it's worth making and what you can use that fruity, tangy liquid for.

In this video, we demonstrate how to make a shiny yet sharp one-handed sword using a trash leaf spring. The blade measures 29 inches (73.66 cm) in length, with a handle that is almost 7 inches (17.78 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Outdoor garbage bins are an eyesore, but also a necessity on your property. Leaving them out in the open can ruin your landscape aesthetic, ...

A new study led by Stephen Withers from the University of British Columbia introduces a technique for engineering much more efficient enzymes. He and his team created a genetically modified enzyme ...

Recycling and trash bins line an alley in Ocean Beach. (File photo by Thomas Melville/Beach & Bay Press) San Diego officials on Thursday reminded residents of the deadline to set up customer accounts ...

Could microbes become “factories” of biodegradable plastics? AI generated image. Plastic is everywhere on Earth. Inside me, inside you, in the deepest ocean trenches and the highest mountain peaks. We ...

This means that when you buy a compostable bag in India, there's an 85% chance it will end up in a regular garbage dump or landfill where it behaves exactly like a plastic bag -- taking years to break ...