The Great Wall of China wasn’t a single construction project, but rather a series of defensive and border fortifications ...

The team created the mortar by replacing a portion of natural sand with a mixture of silica aerogel particles and shredded PET (polyethylene terephthalate) plastic. Silica aerogel is already ...

According to the company, the project will help to create a reliable domestic supply of vital semiconductor manufacturing ...

A new study by Connecticut College provides strong evidence that palm trees once thrived in subarctic Canada, reshaping ...

A mortar made from recycled plastic and silica aerogel which improves insulation and reduces plastic waste has been developed.

After carving pumpkins for Halloween, place a silica gel packet inside to slow down the rotting process. This clever trick ...

Flowering perennial plants are a long-lived component of a colorful summer landscape. Most home gardeners purchase their ...

One area where this principle applies perfectly is in the use of garden seeds. Many gardeners wonder if they can use seeds ...

Milk and nut milks both contribute significantly to hair growth due to their rich nutritional content. Cow's milk offers high ...

Lab Spotlight” is a biweekly column that highlights UW centers, institutions, and labs that are assets to their respective ...