Toxic Sponge
Researchers invented a new material that sucks mercury and other heavy metals out of polluted water.

A Natural Attraction
Scientists making new adhesives are looking to nature for recipes.

The End of the Drip Line?
Researchers try to find the heaviest isotope of them all.

Chemical Leaks when Water is Hot
Study shows that when exposed to hot water, more bisphenol A leaks out.

3D, Without the Glasses
One step closer to glasses-free 3D movies.

Nanotech Cleans Up
Mopping up oil spills with nanopaper

Particles of Science

Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar

Need a laugh? Get some good science jokes (and a bunch of groaners, too) in our chat with three science comedians.

Secret To Eternal Life...For Xmas Trees

Raj Lada is on a quest to keep your Christmas tree thriving in the afterlife. Get his embalming tips.

Your Lichen Glamour Shots

SciFri listeners from across the country sent in photos of lichens from their neighborhoods. Lichenologist James Lendemer identified them. Check it out!

Geek 2.0

Have you noticed that the word "geek" has gotten a little chic? Maybe it's time for a new term for those of us true geeks. Tell us your suggestion for the new geek.