Scientific news

By Martin Herrema, University of Kent

Silk may well be the oldest biomaterial humans have exploited. The primary protein comprising silk is fibroin, and in the last century, it has been intensely studied for a variety of advanced applications beyond luxurious fabrics. Some of the most…

Solar hydrogen can be produced from water and light in a process called photocatalytic water-splitting and could help to mitigate the impact of climate change, as no fossil fuels are used in its production ...

Precise measurements at the ILL of beta asymmetry rule out neutron decay into exotic dark matter particles