Millenium Inorganic Chemicals

Inorganic Compound Could Replace Laser Dyes

An inorganic compound may serve as a longer-lasting replacement for laser dyes in a variety of applications. A team from the Spanish National Res

Research links inorganic mercury exposure to damaged cell processes

Inorganic mercury, which was previously thought to be a less harmful form of the toxic metal, is very damaging to key cell processes, new research demonstrates.

Dilute Element Compounds: A Route to Enriching Inorganic Functional Materials

The development of functional materials calls for ever-enriching the inorganic material database. Doping is an effective way of achieving this purpose. Herein, we propose the concept of dilute element compounds (DECs), which contain a small amount of a dopant element distributed in a host crystal structure in an ordered manner. Different from dilute alloys or solid solutions, the DECs could be more resistant to segregation and…

Luminescent Proteins Enable White LEDs without Inorganic Materials

Packaging luminescent proteins in the form of rubber, a white-producing LED eliminates the need for expensive inorganic materials. Researchers fr

7 Tips to Avoid Toxic Chemicals In Food

Realities of the modern world require our attention. Namely, toxic chemicals in or around our food. Our friend, Lindsay Dahl, is on the job with her regular posts over at the Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families blog. Lindsay offers specific strategies

High Urate Does Predict Gout Risk

the everyday chemicals around us

Common chemicals we encounter every day may combine in the human body to cause the development of cancer, scientists have revealed.

Protect Yourself from Everyday Harmful Chemicals

There’s a considerable emphasis on recognizing and avoiding as many chemicals as possible in [...]

12 Dangerous Chemicals to Avoid in Everyday Products

Potentially toxic chemicals exist in the air we breathe, food we eat and products we use on a daily basis. Some of these chemicals are more dangerous than others, and some only pose a threat in large amounts or after years of exposure. It's not always easy to know for sure what's safe and what to avoid. Read on to learn about 12 of the...

Toxic Chemicals In Coffee: Pick Your Poison

Are there toxic chemicals in your morning cup? Find out what chemicals could be hiding in that bag of beans besides caffeine.

Chemical Hazards in Your Home

Guest Contributor: Adam Rhoads, Lincoln–Lancaster County Health Department Environmental Health Educator Now is a great time of year to clean out unwanted and potentially hazardous chemicals from y…