In a striking paradox, the fossil fuels we extract today exist because fungi once lacked these abilities. Now, fungi are emerging as the very organisms that can consume plastics and remediate oil ...

German researchers have identified freshwater fungi capable of breaking down synthetic plastics, offering a potential natural ...

Emily Kwong and Regina Barber of NPR's Short Wave talk about a comet visiting from interstellar space, caterpillars that eat and break down plastic, and how animals' sense of smell varies by altitude.

Lots of past studies have explored the potential of plastic-eating fungi and bacteria for bioremediation, but a major hurdle remains: their adaptation and efficient deployment at scale.

In 2017, a groundbreaking study demonstrated that the caterpillars of the greater wax moth (Galleria mellonella), known as waxworms, can degrade polyethylene plastic.

Algae grown under Mars-like conditions could make bioplastic building materials for structures to harbor life in space.

As Trump’s controversial bill passes the Senate, Musk warns it will kill clean energy progress, cost hundreds of thousands of jobs, and hand China a strategic advantage.

Emteq Labs’ Sense smart glasses use facial muscle sensors and biometric data to detect emotional shifts, with potential applications in mental health, virtual meetings, and dietary tracking.

An Austin-based startup is selling disposable diapers paired with fungi intended to break down the plastic.

Controversial clean air rules in California that could significantly raise gas prices are officially set to take effect July 1.

Though roughly 700 miles from the Texas border, the New World screwworm poses a significant threat that could impact American beef prices without ever physically crossing into the United States.