Scientists show that nanoscale selenium can reduce fertilizer use by 30%, improve rice nutrition, and lower greenhouse gases. (Nanowerk News) The cultivation of rice—the staple grain for more than 3.5 ...

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Selenium is a mineral found in the soil. It naturally appears in water and some foods. While people only need a very small amount, selenium plays a key role in your metabolism. Brazil nuts are are one ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Chemical pesticide use is a cornerstone of industrial agriculture, yet most formulations suffer from poor delivery efficiency and unintended ecological consequences. Less than 1% ...

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Selenium sulfide is a topical medicine used to reduce flaking and itching associated with dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. It is also used to treat a fungal skin condition called tinea versicolor.

Old radios often had selenium rectifiers to convert AC to DC. The problem is that the old units, dating back to 1933, are prone to failure and to release dangerous chemicals like hydrogen selenide. [M ...

Selenium supplementation is associated with improvements in key thyroid measures in patients with Hashimoto thyroiditis who are not treated with thyroid hormone replacement therapy, research from a ...

Thyroid eye disease is an autoimmune condition that causes inflammation in one or both eyes. It’s often linked to Graves’ disease or other autoimmune conditions that can affect your thyroid. Your ...