“There’s a lot of meanings for ‘small,’” says Janet Conrad, a particle physicist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology ...

Quantum mechanics theory predicts that, in addition to exhibiting particle-like behavior, particles of all sizes can also ...

From your toothbrush to your bloodstream: how everyday plastics break down into fragments small enough to cross into your organs.

In this week’s Science for All newsletter, Priyali Prakash explores the findings of an experiment that introduced ...

Tiny particles, heavy metals, and toxic molecules could be lurking in your home this winter. One potential culprit? Your humidifier. During winter, air pollution is a concern indoors as much as it is ...

“Suspensions of cubes are much more viscous than those of spheres at the same concentration, and this difference becomes more ...

Rice is also a hotspot for microplastics. A University of Queensland study found that for every half cup of rice, there are 3 to 4 milligrams of plastic. If you use instant rice packets, that number ...

“Particles of Thought” tapped astrophysicist and author Hakeem Oluseyi to explore questions that are as mind-bending as they are important scientifically. Oluseyi joined GBH’s All Things Considered ...

Discover why your bathroom is prone to dust accumulation and learn effective strategies to keep it clean. Explore common causes, health implications, and practical solutions for a dust-free bathroom ...