ACS in the News - American Chemical Society

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Added

March 17, 2026

Subject & domain

chemistry · acids-bases

Grade range

Grade 9 (Freshman)–Grade 12 (Senior)

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Article

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ACS Research Highlights in the News

  • Battery Technology: Researchers are investigating the recycling of bourbon production waste ("mushy sludge") for use in battery electrodes (Popular Science, March 25, 2026).
  • Public Health: Scientific warnings have been issued regarding the risks of inhaling secondhand vape emissions (Newsweek, February 3, 2026).
  • Origins of Life: New theories suggest a historically deadly poison may have played a role in the emergence of life on Earth (Popular Mechanics, January 22, 2026).
  • Medical Research: Studies indicate that components found in snake urine may offer potential treatments for gout (VICE, October 23, 2025).

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