Sam Lemonick

Sam Lemonick

Live Science Contributor

Sam Lemonick is a freelance reporter and writer living in Maine. He studied chemistry and English literature at Carleton College in Minnesota. He focuses on chemistry, but has covered everything from machine learning to Mars, and mercury poisoning to Mason jars. He also reports for his local newspaper, the Harpswell Anchor.

Articles by: Sam Lemonick

Atomic structure, large collider, CERN concept.

Inside the 20-year quest to unravel the bizarre realm of 'quantum superchemistry'

By Sam Lemonick published

More than two decades ago, scientists predicted that at ultra-low temperatures, many atoms could undergo 'quantum superchemistry' and chemically react as one. They've finally shown it's real.