Scientists from the Pacific Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry develop the biological resources of the Far East for the benefit of humanity

Together with solar energy and wind, water resources are considered renewable energy sources. The scientists are searching for alternatives to dams and opportunities to use water for energy generation in a more diverse way

We know that biological species evolve, but what about minerals? What is the reason for their appearance on Earth and what role could they play in the emergence of life on our planet? 

Lifestyle and environment can influence the activity of our genes. As part of the Year of Science and Technology, we are talking about the young science of epigenetics

On September 25, 1838, the first electric boat was tested on the Neva River

On September 24, 1970, Luna 16, a Soviet automatic interplanetary station, delivered samples of lunar soil to Earth for the first time in world history

September 22 is the World Elephant Day

The aquatic ecosystems of the dry land intensively emit greenhouse gases. How and why? Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences Viktor Stepanenko tells us about it

Paintings by microbes, clothes made of E. coli, glowing rabbits – let’s talk about BioArt

It’s dreadful even today: in a comfortable chair, after anesthesia. A couple of centuries ago, dental treatment was really a painful process. Learn about the development of dentistry in our article

Science Art is a branch of modern art, in which the artist uses scientific knowledge rather than paints and brushes

On September 20, 1862, a monument in honor of the millennial anniversary of the calling of the Varangians to Russia was erected in Veliky Novgorod

Algae produce about 80% of all organic substances on the planet

This product is mostly known as a common type of valuable fuel. However, in addition to gasoline, diesel, kerosene, fuel oil, and other energy products, petroleum is used to make many surprising things

Jean Foucault, a French physicist, who created the gyroscope and Foucault pendulum, was born on September 18, 1819

Ufa biologists have been working for many years to study the consequences of the spread and impact as well as harm assessment of invasive (aggressive) species on the biodiversity of the Southern Ural Mountains

The wheel is one of the oldest inventions, which laid the foundation for further development of human civilization

Remembering the achievements of an outstanding compatriot

What direction should the development of agriculture and plant breeding follow, how can we reduce the carbon footprint of the agricultural industry, and are plant breeders prepared to face the climate change?

The theory of chemical structure is the foundation of organic chemistry. Its creator, Alexander Butlerov, was born on September 15, 1828