In a development arising from nanotechnology research, scientists in Madison have created a spongelike material that could provide a novel and sustainable way to clean up oil spills. It’s known as an aerogel, but it could just as well be called a “smart sponge.” Read the full Milwaukee Journal Sentinel story here.
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