The current practice of freezing embryos—used to assist reproduction in humans or animals or to conserve endangered species—routinely causes ice to form within the cells, ripping through cell ...

Ice floating on water may seem ordinary, but it is actually one of the most fascinating scientific phenomena in nature.

The company behind the hazardous chemical tank at risk of exploding in Orange County wants everyone to know how sorry it is for displacing tens of thousands of residents. UK-based GKN Aerospace issued ...

The interface between air and ice is a dynamic environment where phase transitions and molecular interactions govern key atmospheric and cryospheric processes. A disordered quasi-liquid layer forms at ...

Extreme summer heat does more than leave you tired and dehydrated — it may also accelerate ageing and increase health risks. From pre-hydration to traditional cooling foods, simple seasonal habits ...

When you think of outer space, you’re likely picturing stars, planets and moons. But much of space is filled with clouds of gas, plasma and stardust – known as interstellar clouds. In the local parts ...

Drawing on a long career in chemistry, Dr. Penick is working to bring an ice-gripping polymer from concept to practical use.

Scientists have taken a major step toward safely freezing and reviving brain tissue by preventing the microscopic damage normally caused by ice crystals.

Stardust from ancient supernova explosions has been discovered in Antarctic ice, offering clues about the Solar System’s path through space.

Bioinspired cellulose aerogel demonstrates superior cooling performance, combining strong solar reflection and infrared ...