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Researchers genetically modified E. coli bacteria to produce gadusol, a natural sunscreen compound found in fish eggs that could lead to transparent, eco-friendly sun protection for humans. The breakthrough increased production by 93 times, bringing the innovative sunscreen one step closer to reality.
Australian scientists just invented a way to spray living plants with protective sunscreen using nothing but sound waves and mist. The gentle technique could revolutionize how we protect everything from crops to computer chips.
UCLA researchers created a new zinc oxide shape that stops mineral sunscreen from leaving white streaks on skin. The four-armed nanoparticles prevent clumping and match more skin tones while keeping full UV protection.
Scientists solved sunscreen's biggest problem: the ghostly white look that keeps people from protecting their skin. A simple shape change makes zinc oxide invisible without losing sun protection.
Scientists at UCLA just solved one of sunscreen's most annoying problems: the white cast that makes people skip sun protection altogether. Their breakthrough uses star-shaped zinc particles that protect skin without the ghostly residue.
As temperatures hit 44°C across inland New South Wales, farmers are getting creative to protect their animals and crops. From clay-based sunscreen for grapes to midnight livestock sales, Australian agriculture is adapting to extreme heat.
Researchers have developed a new sunscreen using lignin from wood that provides exceptional sun protection while lasting longer and being gentler on skin. This breakthrough could address growing safety concerns while offering better protection against skin cancer.