When humid weather rolls in, it leaves a heaviness in the Wisconsin summer air. It can spoil the summer fun and even lead to heat-related illnesses.

In reaction to the threat of COVID-19 and other viral, airborne respiratory infections, experts have recommended increased ventilation in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and other public buildings.

New Stanford research adds to evidence that the seasonality of respiratory illnesses, like COVID-19 or the flu, can be linked to indoor humidity levels. The study, which found that ventilation reduces ...

Humans, microbes (bacteria, viruses, fungi), and plants all react differently to dry ambient conditions. Microbes adapt quickly by shrinking down, forming thicker membranes, and becoming dormant.

Moisture and temperature have a significant impact on the mechanical performance of polymers. However, due to the sluggish diffusion process that limits the uptake of ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) The tools used to understand materials at their smallest scales have shaped entire industries. From the semiconductors in smartphones to the advanced materials in medical devices, ...