Biophysics

Uncovering the hidden chemical activity of microplastics

October 15, 2026
When bulk plastics break down into microscopic pieces, they actively alter the surrounding water chemistry to produce highly reactive compounds that can damage living organisms.

Margaux Pinney uses revolutionary methods in biochemistry to help create better treatments for disease

May 15, 2026
Margaux Pinney always wanted to know more about biology. She ended up double majoring in chemistry and biochemistry, and there, she honed in on the research topic she'd dedicate her career to: enzymes.

NSF commits $18 million to renewed funding for the Center for Genetically Encoded Materials

August 14, 2025
The National Science Foundation has renewed funding for the NSF Center for Genetically Encoded Materials (C-GEM).