Students and faculty alike are buzzing about the latest innovation from the Chemistry Department: a new type of wax developed by department chair Dr. Evelyn Harper that seems almost magical in its properties.
Dubbed Lumina Wax, the substance reportedly burns brighter and longer than any standard candle, while remaining surprisingly cool to the touch. Early demonstrations have shown that the wax can even resist wind gusts and maintain a steady flame, making it ideal for both laboratory and decorative use.
“I’ve been working on this project for years,” Dr. Harper explained. “The goal was to create a wax that was both safe and extraordinarily efficient. I didn’t expect it to catch students’ imaginations the way it has.”
The announcement came during last week’s departmental open house, where students were invited to test the wax in various settings. Attendees marveled as the candles lit up entire rooms without the usual flickering or dripping. Some even compared the glow to that of a lantern or small chandelier.
“It’s surreal,” said junior chemistry major Omar Al-Khalili. “You light it, and it just… stays perfect. No smoke, no wax on the table, no worrying about it going out if you walk past it. It almost feels like magic.”
While the wax isn’t commercially available yet, the Chemistry Department has hinted at possible collaborations with the Art and Theater programs to explore creative uses. There’s even talk of a future campus event entirely illuminated by Lumina Wax candles.
For now, students can only imagine the possibilities—and marvel at a little scientific wizardry lighting the way.
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