Researchers are working in labs to recreate the essential ingredients for life to emerge around hydrothermal vents. The ...

Objective We evaluated current evidence from randomised controlled trials (RCTs) regarding the effectiveness of chemical peeling for treating acne vulgaris. Methods Standard Cochrane methodological ...

Rolls of brightly colored plastic. After it is used and discarded, polylactic acid could be used as a feedstock for making the amino acid alanine. Credit: Shutterstock One of the simpler amino acids, ...

As reported earlier 1, we tried to isolate keto acids of importance physiologically in the body fluid and the silk-glands of the silkworm larvæ and found that there were present glyoxylic, ...

Acne vulgaris ('acne') is a costly and common skin disorder in which hair follicles become blocked. Acne affects up to 85% of adolescents and young adults. Topical retinoids (treatment derived from ...

Diisobutylaluminum hydride (DIBAL-H) is an organometallic compound that has found wide use as a reducing agent. The molecule’s nominal structure is shown in the 3-D image: but under ambient conditions ...

An optimal Pt/CdS photothermal catalyst was used for upcycling PLA into value-added PyA and green hydrogen at relatively mild conditions. Plastic waste, a ubiquitous pollutant, poses a significant ...

Winter can be a tough time for those who have dry skin. For such people, experts recommend adding glycolic acid to their skincare routine. Read on to know why. The winter season can get worse for ...

Thiamine, also known as vitamin B1, helps the body turn food into energy. It’s found in poultry, beans, fortified breads, and more. It’s also found in multivitamins or as an individual supplement.