Articles for tag: chemistry

The Legacy of Dr. Marie Maynard Daly: The First African American Woman to Earn a PhD in Chemistry

January 14, 2026

Dr. Marie Maynard Daly was born on April 16, 1921, in Queens, New York. Her journey to becoming a trailblazing scientist began with an environment that valued education. Her father, Ivan C. Daly, initially pursued a degree in chemistry at Cornell University but left due to financial constraints. Despite this, he instilled a love of ...

The Puzzle of Life’s Beginnings: Can Chemistry Make a Cell Without Help?

November 15, 2025

Annette Uy

Life is a fascinating enigma that has puzzled scientists and thinkers for centuries. How does a mere collection of atoms and molecules transform into living cells, the building blocks of all life forms? The question of whether chemistry alone can create a cell without any external guidance is both thrilling and bewildering. Imagine being able ...

The Legacy of Dr. Marie Maynard Daly: The First African American Woman to Earn a PhD in Chemistry

The Puzzle of Life’s Beginnings: Can Chemistry Make a Cell Without Help?

The Chemistry of Love Is Far More Complex Than You Think

Our Oceans Are Hiding Vast, Undiscovered Ecosystems

Animals Use Magnetic Fields to Navigate Across Continents