They’re called “rare earth elements” — but most of them aren’t rare at all. In this deep dive, we reveal which element truly ...

Texas A&M scientists have unlocked new potential for astatine-211, a rare and short-lived element, as a highly precise cancer-fighting isotope. Its alpha emissions destroy tumor cells while sparing ...

Rare earth elements are used in a wide variety of modern technologies, from wind turbines to phones. While the elements ...

Rare earth elements sit quietly inside smartphones, electric vehicles, and wind turbines, yet they are notoriously difficult ...