This year’s Nobel Prize in Physics winners not only made exceptional strides in their field, but also break down barriers and records. Donna Strickland, a Canadian physicist, has been awarded Continue Reading
Most Influential Man in Chromatography – Dr. Lloyd R. Snyder
American chemist, Dr. Lloyd R. Snyder, contributions led to uncovering principles of liquid chromatography, applying them in articles, short courses, and books, has passed away on September 20th, 2018 at Continue Reading
Canada Goes Cannabis: MSC and Phenomenex Take On New Heights
Molecular Science Corp (MSC) and Phenomenex join together to take on Canada’s newest industry – Cannabis. As of October 17th, 2018, the production, distribution, sale, and possession of cannabis will Continue Reading
Beekeeper Trains Bees to Produce Cannabis-Infused Honey
French beekeeper, Nicholas Trainer, has reportedly attempted to combined the health benefits of both cannabis and honey by training bees to produce cannabis-infused honey from the plant’s flowers. Trainer has Continue Reading
Tardigrade Abilities and Why We Can’t Stop Nerding Out Over Them
Around the office, we can get a little nerdy. Our latest nerdy obsession is the near-microscopic animal with a plump body, scrunched-up head, eight chubby legs with four to eight Continue Reading
Scientists Have Cracked the Wheat Genome Sequence
The International Wheat Genome Sequencing Consortium (IWGSC) published in the international journal Science, reported a detailed description of the bread wheat genome sequence, the world’s most widely cultivated crop. This Continue Reading
What Catnip is Made of and Why it Can Make Your Cat Seem “High”
If you have ever owned a cat, then you have probably tried to see how crazy your feline would go over catnip. Rolling around, flipping over, and being generally hyperactive. Continue Reading
Science Is Feeling Pretty in Pink! Learn About the World’s Oldest Color
Scientists have uncovered a bright pink color that existed over 1.1 billion years ago. It is over 500 million years older than the previous record holder for the oldest color. Continue Reading
Science of the Slushie, Discover What Goes Into Making the Famous Frozen Drink
The convenience store chain 7-Eleven, celebrates their day, July 11th, by doling out millions of free small cups of Slurpee® to their customers. However, while guzzling down your free frozen Continue Reading
Science Behind Sparklers, Firecrackers, and of course, Fireworks
Independence Day for the United States usually means eating a plethora of hot dogs then watching an elaborate and beautiful firework show. However, even though the Fourth of July, along Continue Reading