Silicone molecules from breast implants can initiate processes in human cells that lead to cell death. Researchers from Radboud University have demonstrated this in a new study that will be published ...

The coefficient of friction of 1-Day Acuvue TruEye contact lenses (narafilcon A) and Acuvue Oasys contact lenses (senofilcon A) was reported to be comparable to a human cornea, according to a press ...

A team of researchers from ETH Zurich used a 3D printer to create an impressive beating silicone heart. Though they still have a few tweaks to make, the collective effort of the researchers could ...

Tunkhannock Township, Pa. - A silicone doll, a plastic bag and a suspicious location led to an interesting investigation in a Pennsylvania town. According to the Tunkhannock Township Police Department ...

The tongue helps people taste food, but structures on its surface also help them sense textures -- something that's also very important when savoring a meal. Now, researchers reporting in ACS Applied ...

SHANGHAI—Dow Inc. has partnered with Chinese electronic vehicle manufacturer Human Horizons on a silicone rubber-based leather as a vegan alternative for automotive upholstery. Dow applied "advanced ...

Human Horizons and Dow say they have collaborated on innovative silicone developed for a tough automotive interior environment. It will be used to upholster the seats on the HiPhi X. Based on an ...

Silicone is one hair care ingredient that can really spark a fierce discussion. Used in hair products since the 1970s, it comes with a multitude of benefits. But in recent times, silicone has also ...