These ingredients form a strong, porous sponge that can absorb water vapor from air at humidity levels ranging from 30% to 90%. That’s a wide range, making the device useful in many parts of the world ...

“Kitchen and cleaning sponges are versatile tools that can be repurposed for various tasks beyond their original cleaning duties,” says Hashi Mohamed, president of Ivy Cleans. “One unexpected use is ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) One-third of the global population lacks access to clean water, with the challenge most severe in arid regions that make up 41% of Earth's land surface. The atmosphere holds vast ...

Scientists have created a reusable, biodegradable sponge that can readily soak up oil and other organic solvents from contaminated water sources, making it a promising alternative for tackling marine ...

Beyond metal accumulation, the study found that sponge-associated bacteria are functionally enriched with genes linked to metal ion transport, metal resistance and antimicrobial resistance ...