Imagine if there were inexpensive 3D-printed sensors that changed color to show us if something had gotten too warm or was subjected to too much stress. Well, there soon could be – and they'll ...

Some foods and medicines, such as many COVID-19 vaccines, must be kept cold. As a step toward a robust, stable technique that could indicate when these products exceed safe limits, researchers in ACS ...

A new synthetic molecule switches between emitting green and blue light after application of a solvent or mild heat. The ...

The packaging industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation, driven by cutting-edge technologies that enhance both functionality and consumer engagement. One innovation gaining momentum is ...

Fashion and textiles may be among the last places you'd expect to see innovation. But college researchers in Florida have figured out a revolutionary fabric that can alter its color with a mild change ...

What if you could *see* UV radiation before it has the potential to cause harm? A novel color-changing ‘living’ sensor could make this a reality, revealing exposure to damaging UV light and paving the ...