In the summer, conventional air-conditioning systems in buildings are challenged to meet peak humidity loads. Over time, buildings have reduced their heat (sensible) load, but have done less to reduce ...

A new graphene-based desiccant could one day eliminate footwear odours and control moisture in applications ranging from electronics, packaging and air conditioning. Made from graphene oxide, the new ...

Silica packets serve as desiccants, which preserve foods by keeping away surrounding moisture. A UC Davis Grad Slam champ thinks the process could be scaled up to save energy and prevent food waste in ...