A new study reveals that much more is going on at the microscopic level of cloud formation than previously thought. Scientists have determined that organic molecules effectively depressed the surface tension of the water, allowing for more efficient formation of bigger cloud droplets. This research could influence climate models. More> 

Watch Science at the Theater Talk on Climate Change

In a conversation with Public Affair's Jeff Miller, Bill Collins, an internationally recognized expert in climate modeling and climate change science, discusses what we know about climate change, how we know it, and what we can do about it. 

Major Advance in Understanding of Gene Transcription Reported

From Near-Dropout to Ph.D., Lab Scientist at Forefront of Biofuels Revolution

To see biochemist Ee-Been Goh in the lab, figuring out how to rewire bacteria to produce biofuels, one would never guess she was once so uninterested in school that she barely made it through junior high. More>

New Fuel-Cell Design Powered by Graphene-Wrapped Nanocrystals

 

Lab researchers have developed a new materials recipe for a battery-like hydrogen fuel cell that shields the nanocrystals from oxygen, moisture and contaminants while pushing its performance forward in key areas. More>  

New Carbon Capture Membrane Boasts CO2 Highways

A new, highly permeable carbon capture membrane could lead to more efficient ways of separating carbon dioxide from power plant exhaust, preventing greenhouse gas from entering the atmosphere and contributing to climate change. More> 

Lab, Small Businesses Collaborate to Commercialize Clean Energy Products

The Lab will partner with four clean energy small businesses to accelerate the commercialization of their innovative bioenergy, buildings and vehicle technologies as part of the Small Business Vouchers (SBV) pilot launched in July 2015 by the Department of Energy. More>  

Save the Date: Next Science at the Theater is June 1

The event will be held at the Marines' Memorial Theatre in San Francisco from 7 to 9 p.m. Additional details, including registration, will be announced in Science Etc. in the coming weeks.