Quantum mechanics work lets oil industry know promise of recovery experiments
Physicists developed detailed quantum mechanical simulations that accurately predict the outcomes of various additive combinations in water used for enhanced oil recovery.
Acne stigma linked to lower overall quality of life, Irish study finds
Many people with acne are negatively impacted by perceived social stigma around the skin condition, a new study from Ireland has found.
Value in unusual type of plant material
Scientists have shown that a recently-discovered variety of lignin called catechyl lignin (C-lignin) has attributes that could make it well-suited as the starting point for a range of bioproducts.
Hidden health problems can appear up to two years after elective hip surgeries
Up to two years following elective, arthroscopic hip surgery, a substantial proportion of patients reported troubling new health issues ranging from sleep problems, to arthritis to cardiovascular disease.
Bacterial protein mimics DNA to sabotage cells’ defenses
Researchers report some of the details of how Salmonella shuts down an immune pathway after infection.
Someone Mashed Up the ‘Pulp Fiction’ Burger Scene With Brett Kavanaugh Testimony and It’s Amazing
If you thought Thursday’s Supreme Court hearing testimony was dramatic, check this out.
Lisa Murkowski Admits She Thought Being Alaskan Senator Would Just Mean Having To Deal With Bears And Shit
WASHINGTON—Somewhat taken aback by her pivotal role in Brett Kavanaugh’s potential confirmation to the Supreme Court, Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) confessed to reporters Friday that she initially believed being an Alaskan senator would mean nothing more complex than “having to deal with bears and shit.” “Oh, man, I tell you…
If the U.S. wants to win, it needs to bench Phil Mickelson
It won’t be easy for Mickelson to hear. But for the good of Team USA, it’s time for him to sit until his singles match on Sunday, writes Kevin Van Valkenburg.
Christine Blasey Ford Testifies On Sexual Assault Allegations Against Brett Kavanaugh
Christine Blasey Ford provided testimony to the U.S. Senate about her allegation that Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her in 1982, saying she was “100 percent” certain of her claims. What do you think?