Shiny glass beads from the Moon are bringing scientists one step closer to understanding how future astronauts might survive the seemingly barren lunar terrain, and how the Solar System evolves today.

Every material is uniquely made up of an array of different elements which result in its characteristic performance. Gaining an understanding of a material’s components through elemental analysis, ...

Researchers tested biodegradable glass beads in the lab, in soil, and even in mice to see how the materials broke down over time. Reading time 2 minutes Glass can be cleaned and reused many times, but ...

Agricultural fertilizers are critical for feeding the world's population, restoring soil fertility and sustaining crops. Excessive and inefficient use of those resources can present an environmental ...