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Scientists have discovered a new way of creating superheavy elements by firing supercharged ion beams at dense atoms. The team believes this method could potentially help synthesize the hypothetical "element 120," which would be heavier than any known element.

Scientists have just broken a 100-year-old chemistry rule and synthesized a type of 3D, unstable molecule called an anti-Bredt olefin.

A new study captured never-before-seen footage of hydrogen and oxygen atoms combining to form a miniature water droplet out of "thin air." The newly improved reaction could one day help astronauts make water in space.

David Baker, Demis Hassabis and John Jumper shared the Nobel prize in chemistry for work that revolutionized our understanding of protein structure.

The special chemistry of this shiny iron alloy creates a protective layer on its surface that prevents it from rusting.

Heat triggers a series of complex chemical reactions that change the color, flavor and texture of meat.

A new reactor creates ammonia from polluted wastewater using electricity, and it's way more efficient than existing methods.

Squeaking metal can be grating on the nerves, but it serves an important purpose.