George Washington had many unique habits and preferences, but not all of them were beneficial for his health. One of his favorite snacks destroyed his teeth.

Researchers detected PFAS, heavy metals, pesticide metabolites, and pharmaceuticals in noncommercial backyard eggs laid in Greece.

Scientists show that nanoscale selenium can reduce fertilizer use by 30%, improve rice nutrition, and lower greenhouse gases.

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Scientists discovered a method to create element 116 using a titanium beam, paving the way for future synthesis of element 120, the "holy grail" of chemistry.

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