Rutgers Rises in National Top 100 Worldwide Patent Ranking.

Rutgers improved its standing in a worldwide ranking of utility patents granted to university inventors, moving up five spots to come in 68th in the world and 43rd among U.S. institutions in this year’s list, a distinction that highlights the caliber of Rutgers...

Physics Professor Aims on Setting Science Right.

For the past several years, Vitaly Podzorov, a professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy in the Rutgers School of Arts and Sciences, voluntarily has worked as part of a research integrity community to detect signs of potential scientific misconduct in...

Weighing Facts Against Myths in the Fluoride Debate.

A Rutgers pediatric dental expert discusses why fluoride in U.S. drinking water isn’t a concern. A recently-released study of the effects of fluoride on populations outside of the United States is fueling the debate on the use of this naturally occurring mineral that...

How to avoid harmful chemicals in skin care and beauty products.

Do you know what’s in the lotions, creams and gels you use on your hair and skin every day? Research has shown that some of the ingredients found in personal care products may be harmful to your health. Phthalates and parabens, which can be found in everything...