Scientists discover cold-loving proteins called cryorhodopsins that could help control brain cells with light.

Radiation from nail dryers may damage DNA and cause permanent mutations in human cells, a study has found. Dermatologists weigh in on the risks and whether they avoid gel manicures.

Going inside won’t necessarily protect you from the sun’s harmful rays. Here’s how to protect your skin whether you’re at home or on the go.

According to Skin Cancer Foundation, window glass blocks most UVB rays but allows at least 50% of UVA rays to pass through.

June 23, 2025 – Sheltering indoors helps beat the heat, but are UV rays still sneaking through those windows? Probably. Up to 74% of UVA light can penetrate standard glass.

She wears UV-protective long-sleeved shirts and pants, and she puts on sunglasses both inside and outside to shield her eyes from UV light. She has also applied UV-protective film to the windows of ...

According to the FDA, these UV-C light sanitizers could eliminate germs on phones, ... UV-C lights, while a reflective inner surface allows the light to surround whatever items are inside the box.

UV sanitizing wands are a popular item on the internet in the time of COVID-19. We talked to an expert to find out if they are really effective or even safe.

Science reveals the chemistry inside. UV-Vis spectroscopy measures the absorption of light to quickly reveal properties of liquids. Typically, a spectrophotometer has a light source directing light ...