All articles by Maria Burke – Page 13
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The gadet scrap heap
As we constantly upgrade and replace our numerous electronic devices, the rubbish tip of forgotten, out-of-date equipment continues to grow. Maria Burke investigates
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American rain loses its acidity
Significant alterations to the chemical composition of rain over North Carolina.
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Sourcing Bangladesh's arsenic
Investigating how arsenic gets into groundwater could determine where to site new wells.
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An end to endocrine disrupters?
Water companies around the world are investigating the best ways to remove traces of endocrine disrupting chemicals from wastewater, as Maria Burke finds out.
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Saving a steam ship
Maria Burke discovers the chemical voyage being taken to rescue a once great ship and the state of the art home that will help preserve it
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Take two bottles into the shower?
Shampoo and conditioner in the same bottle is taken for granted by today's silky-haired population. Maria Burke discovers the chemistry behind this clever invention
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Burn baby burn
Summer may be over in the northern hemisphere, but the damage that sunbathers have done to their skin will last a lifetime. Maria Burke explains how chemists are tackling the problem head on, with new sunscreens being developed to protect and possibly eve
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Don't worry, it's organic
According to public perception, organic food is the more heathy option. But is this always the case? Maria Burke looks at organic farming and explodes a few popular myths.
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Prosecuting the polluters
Oil spills and chemical leaks can wreak havoc on the environment, but who is legally responsible for fixing the damage? Maria Burke investigates.
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A safe landing
Innovative chemistry has saved the historic submarine Holland 1 from a slow decay, says Maria Burke.
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On delivery
Chemists are becoming ever more clever in their attempts to deliver new genes to particular cells, bringing the prospect of gene therapy a step closer. Maria Burke reports