Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are so ubiquitous that it's easy to forget just how much society relies on these underappreciated technological wonders. Yet, the history of the LED goes back further than ...

We all have that favorite piece of clothing, and we're all familiar with the sinking feeling when we spill something on it. But now, new reports have revealed a simple way to remove pesky stains. ACS ...

Several pieces of evidence have suggested that blue light can inactivate various pathogenic bacteria. Previously in vitro and in vivo studies using blue light in the spectral range of 400–470 nm ...

Forget harsh bleach—scientists have discovered that powerful blue LED light can erase yellow stains from sweat, food, and oils without harming delicate fabrics like silk. By harnessing oxygen in the ...

Let there be light within the bowels of a combine. Blue LED light is a non-chemical weapon capable of stunting the growth of herbicide-resistant weed seeds, but what if LED technology could be ...