Economic Oil Wars

The price of oil is plunging, for now. The story is never as simple as supply and demand. Decreased expenses for Continue reading →

Excellent Accidents – Polymers

Accidents happen, and many materials were discovered or invented by mistakes made in the lab. A new class of polymers. Continue reading →

Nuclear Weapons Have Not Gone Away

To those that grew up during the Cold War, celebrate, because the Soviet Union and the United States never kicked Continue reading →

Denial From The Other Side

Denial is a feature of extremists, on both sides. People deny the climate is changing, but that doesn’t change the Continue reading →

New Planetary Shield Discovered

Thank you magnetosphere. We just learned you have a neighbor. Fans of science can be proud that they know about Continue reading →

Thanksgiving’s Future

Climate change affects the foods we eat. Humans are expert at adaptation. How will our feasts change as the world Continue reading →

Graphene As Barrier And Filter

The Age of Graphene is beginning. We are only beginning to learn the properties of this molecule. Make a bottle Continue reading →

Yes We Can Cut Emissions – Surprise

Technically, we can cut emissions. Logistically, cutting emissions quickly enough to curtail climate change requires significant and expedient action. Emotionally, Continue reading →