Northwestern University researchers develop sponges to remove lead from water With one use, this sponge filtered lead to below detectable levels. May 11, 2023 No Comments "This work may be pertinent to water quality issues both locally and globally," says Benjamin Shindel, a Ph.D. student in Germany. "We want to see this out in the world, where it can make a real impact."Read More
3D model shows how cadmium exposure may affect heart development NIH researchers develop new tools to demonstrate how environmental agents can lead to diseases. January 14, 2023 No Comments Exposure to low levels of cadmium can block usual formation of cardiomyocytes, which are the major type of cells that form the heart. Read More