A transparent underwater robot camouflages itself to explore the ocean, reducing encounters with delicate sea life.
Earth and environment
Cleaning up toxic dyes in wastewater with gold nanoparticles
Gold nanoparticle clusters boosted the efficiency of titanium dioxide in degrading a toxic dye called methyl orange.
Avocado tree waste used to make sustainable food packaging
A material derived from avocado pruning waste and bio-polyethylene combines high strength with biodegradability.
Caffeine coating gives fuel cells a boost
Modifying hydrogen fuel cells with caffeine helped protect them from degradation, resulting in up to 11-fold increase in activity.
Network of coral reefs in Seychelles offer conservation hope
Mapping genetic connections between coral reefs allows scientists to identify and prioritize those acting as regional larval sources.
A living biosensor helps track honeybee health
First living biosensor developed to study honeybee gut microbiome, providing insights into health and conservation.
Could a lead-free solar cell be in our future?
Study uncovers stability hurdles in a promising lead-free solar cell material, signaling potential for a cleaner energy future.
Will the world’s transportation grids hold up to climate change?
Much of the world’s road and rail infrastructure is decades old, and future climate change will make it difficult to run and maintain.
Floating photocatalysts help break down water pollution using light
Sunlight-activated floating photocatalysts offer accessible water purification, vital for remote regions and developing communities.
Low-cost, portable test detects heavy metals in water
Using electrochemical sensors, this new device can be used to combat water pollution by detecting heavy metals, like lead.
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