Chemistry

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- Chemistry
Gooey Secrets of Mussel Power
By learning how mussels stick, scientists may find a way to make them come unstuck.
- Chemistry
Unscrambling a Gem of a Mystery
A new method can pinpoint which mine an emerald came from.
By Emily Sohn - Chemistry
How a Gecko Defies Gravity
A gecko's tight grip on walls and ceilings suggests new types of sticky materials.
By Emily Sohn - Tech
A micro-dose of your own medicine
Medicine-delivering microchips implanted in the body could replace some injections and pills.
- Chemistry
Worm Jaws Have Metal Power
Studying the jaws of marine worms may lead scientists to better ways of making synthetic materials.
By Emily Sohn - Chemistry
Sticking Around with Gecko Tape
A lizard's sticky feet inspire a strong new adhesive.
By Emily Sohn