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Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Discover how Bruker is helping drive innovation in cosmetic science through advanced AFM techniques.

From Bruker BioAFM 26 Feb 2026

Study finds microplastics in most prostate tumors

Small fragments of plastic were found in nine out of 10 patients with prostate cancer, and in higher levels inside tumors than in nearby noncancerous tissue, a new study finds.

23 Feb 2026

Louisville found PFAS in drinking water. The Trump administration wouldn’t require any action.

Every day, the Ohio River sends billions of gallons of water flowing past Louisville's pumping station, where the Kentucky city's utility sucks it up to turn it into tap water.

12 Feb 2026

Sustainable pharmacy initiatives needed to reduce environmental harm from medicines

The group of the EHU - University of the Basque Country is proposing various initiatives designed to reduce the presence of medicines in the environment and, consequently, their effects on human health.

6 Feb 2026

Indoor environments expose people to a growing mix of new contaminants

Indoor dust, air and everyday products are exposing people to a growing mix of "new contaminants" inside homes, schools and workplaces, according to a new perspective published in the journal New Contaminants.

13 Dec 2025

Modern pollutants and ancient genetic variants could explain why some women develop endometriosis

A new study suggests that certain genetic differences, passed down from ancient human ancestors, and exposure to common present-day chemicals could explain why some women are more likely to develop endometriosis.

5 Dec 2025

Atelerix and Labskin partner to enable long-distance transport of advanced in vitro skin models

Atelerix, a biotech company revolutionizing cell preservation and biological transport with its pioneering hydrogel encapsulation technology, today announced an agreement with Labskin, a global leader in laboratory-grown human skin models used for research, testing and product development.

2 Dec 2025

Wiley adds additional data to its SmartSpectra, IR, Raman, and LC-MS libraries

Wiley expands its spectral database with over 9.5 million high-quality spectra, enhancing compound identification for researchers in various scientific fields.

From John Wiley and Sons - Scientific Publishers 24 Nov 2025

What makes truffles more than a delicacy? They’re packed with bioactive compounds

Italian researchers reviewed the chemical composition and biological potential of truffles, identifying them as rich sources of antioxidants, polysaccharides, sterols, and vitamins. The review highlights their promise as functional foods and natural therapeutics, while emphasizing the need for sustainable cultivation and clinical validation.

11 Nov 2025

Harnessing nanotechnology to deliver CBD to the brain for neuropathic pain relief

Reaching for CBD-infused lotion or oil may seem like a low-risk way to find pain relief, but little is actually known about the impact that CBD has on the nervous system.

7 Nov 2025

FDA shares safety guidance for people considering microneedling

Being pricked by tiny needles may sound like a strange way to make your skin look better, but that's the concept behind a skin care technique called microneedling.

16 Oct 2025

Childhood exposure to plastic chemicals linked to long-term health risks

Childhood exposure to chemicals used to make plastic household items presents growing health risks that can extend long into adulthood, experts from NYU Langone Health report.

21 Sep 2025

Mushrooms deliver nutrition medicine and sustainability solutions in one package

This Food Science & Nutrition review highlights mushrooms as nutrient-rich functional foods packed with bioactive compounds that support human health. It explores their therapeutic, industrial, and environmental applications, from disease prevention and drug discovery to bioremediation and bioenergy.

8 Sep 2025

New trial will test if a low-plastic lifestyle improves your health

A new protocol published in BMJ Open outlines the PERTH trial, a randomized controlled study testing whether a four-week low-plastic lifestyle can reduce exposure to plastic-derived endocrine-disrupting chemicals.

27 Aug 2025

Prenatal phthalates lower boys' verbal IQ but lift girls' performance IQ, Canadian study reveals

Prenatal exposure to certain phthalates, especially DiDP, was linked to slightly lower IQ scores in preschoolers, with boys appearing more vulnerable. Other phthalates, like MMP and MBzP, showed small positive associations, but mixture effects were not significant.

29 Jul 2025

Cosmetics News and Research

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Study finds microplastics in most prostate tumors

Louisville found PFAS in drinking water. The Trump administration wouldn’t require any action.

Sustainable pharmacy initiatives needed to reduce environmental harm from medicines

Indoor environments expose people to a growing mix of new contaminants

Modern pollutants and ancient genetic variants could explain why some women develop endometriosis

Atelerix and Labskin partner to enable long-distance transport of advanced in vitro skin models

Wiley adds additional data to its SmartSpectra, IR, Raman, and LC-MS libraries

What makes truffles more than a delicacy? They’re packed with bioactive compounds

Harnessing nanotechnology to deliver CBD to the brain for neuropathic pain relief

FDA shares safety guidance for people considering microneedling

Childhood exposure to plastic chemicals linked to long-term health risks

Mushrooms deliver nutrition medicine and sustainability solutions in one package

New trial will test if a low-plastic lifestyle improves your health

Prenatal phthalates lower boys' verbal IQ but lift girls' performance IQ, Canadian study reveals

Aging skin buckles under pressure leading to wrinkles

Amid PFAS fallout, a Maine doctor navigates medical risks with her patients

TikTok skincare trends could lead to long-term skin damage in teens

Early allergen introduction reduces childhood food allergy risk

New analytical method enhances safety evaluation of metal-based nanomedicines

Advancing Intracellular Delivery with LumiPore®

How ELRIG Is Helping Mid-Career Scientists Navigate Leadership, Career Change and Redundancy

The role of UV-Vis in biopharma QC

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