New glass-ceramic composite shows promise for safer storage of nuclear waste
USask researchers find composite resists corrosion as well as current industry standard and holds more waste
Transforming chicken manure into nutrient-rich fertilizer for crops
An international collaboration between researchers from Brazil and the United States has identified a process for turning poultry waste into a soil additive for agriculture.
Ground-breaking soil research could help increase crop yields and protect the environment
Researchers have published a study that offers recommendations for improving fertilizer use and increasing crop yields for farmers, building on previous studies they have completed as collaborators at the Canadian Light Source.
Inside rechargeable batteries | Video
MIT Scientists are using CLS to understand how the chemistry of rechargeable batteries shifts and help guide battery design.
Engine additive could help save on gas
A research team from Texas used the CLS to develop a new additive for automotive engine oil that reduces harmful emissions, increases fuel efficiency and improves durability.
Dust travelled thousands of miles to enrich Hawaiian soils
Researchers used the rich soils of Hawaii to study the critical movement of phosphorous, which can help crops become more successful and maintain the health of our ecosystems.