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Scientists identify the driver behind a mysterious particle cloud over the Amazon
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New plastic material fully degrades in the ocean
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Live imaging of nanoscale biological processes achieved for the first time
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Solar concentrators are turning glass into clean energy generators
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Hollow planets could help find primordial black holes
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Cracking quantum hacking with flawed crystals
Scientists are using crystal imperfections to generate secure encryption, paving the way for quantum-resilient data protection.
Honey bees boost crop pollination, but at a cost to wild bees
Honey bees compete with wild bees for resources in croplands, but nutritious wildflower plantings can mitigate these effects.
Injectable hydrogel helps regrow blood vessels after a stroke
A hydrogel delivers therapeutic molecules to the brain after a stroke, promoting blood vessel regrowth and aiding recovery.
Metasurfaces could shrink spectrometers, transforming how we observe the Universe
Metasurfaces to detect terahertz radiation are making spectrometers smaller, lighter, and more efficient for space travel.
New malaria test “listens” to cells to make diagnosis
A non-invasive test uses a combination of lasers and ultrasound to detect red blood cells infected with malaria parasites with acoustics.
Cosmic radiation degrades medications on ISS, posing challenges for deep space missions
Cosmic radiation degrades medications like ibuprofen, highlighting the need for new “space” medicines with modified formulations.
Reducing bacterial skin infections with harmless zaps of electricity
Scientists use mild electrical currents to treat skin infections, presenting an antibiotic-free solution amid rising antimicrobial resistance.
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A safer, more flexible graft gets to the heart of coronary artery bypass
Using a hydrogel coated with electrospun nanofiber, a new artery graft offers safer coronary artery bypass interventions.
Biodegradable plastics remain a hidden source of harmful microplastics
There is an urgent need to replace fossil-derived plastics with biodegradable alternatives but do they solve microplastics’ health issues?
Beijing Collider helps scientists probe discrepancy around an elusive hadron particle
New insights into the decay of a hadron particle known as a charmonium could potentially reshape our understanding of particle interactions and challenge existing theories.
3D printing goes “green” with microalgae ink
A search for environmentally friendly inks led researchers to microalgae biofactories, providing a renewable biomass solution.
Scientists shed light on antidepressant effects of bright light therapy
A mouse study provides new insights into the brain mechanisms behind the effectiveness of SAD lamps in alleviating depression.
A working quantum battery may be just around the corner
Scientists create designs for quantum batteries, which harness the potential of quantum mechanics to enhance energy storage.
How can we spur plastic upcycling? Turn it into something valuable
Scientists convert harmful microplastics into valuable graphene using plasma, offering a promising solution for this type of pollution.
AI and robotics join forces to revamp how medications are made
Scientists are speeding up drug formulation to breath new life into old medications and reduce risk of clinical trial failure.
Could adding extra dimensions help solve the quantum gravity puzzle?
Adding extra dimensions to a theory known as “fuzzy gravity” may help bridge the gap between quantum mechanics and relativity.
Most read this week
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Scientists identify the driver behind a mysterious particle cloud over the Amazon
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New plastic material fully degrades in the ocean
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Live imaging of nanoscale biological processes achieved for the first time
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Solar concentrators are turning glass into clean energy generators
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Hollow planets could help find primordial black holes
Hatice Mutlu: Circular chemistry through degradable, metamorphosing polymers
Chemist Hatice Mutlu applies zero-waste methods to create biodegradable polymers that can be used perpetually.
Bringing ancient viruses back to life
How seven ancient viruses ranging in age from 27,000 to 48,500 years were recovered from the Siberian permafrost, and what researchers hope to learn from them.
Meredith Barbee: Support your students, let them know you care about them
Meredith Barbee puts her students at the center, fostering critical thinking, independence, and skills for any career they might choose.
Alison McGuigan: Unravelling the intricacies of cellular organization
Using unique artificial microenvironments, chemical engineer Alison McGuigan is getting to the bottom of cell behavior.
Faith Osier: “Throw yourself wholeheartedly into what you do”
With research groups spread over two continents, Osier is striving to eliminate malaria through her groundbreaking work in immunology, advocacy and awareness.
Bettina Lotsch: “I am excited by the prospect that our research can actually make a difference”
The materials chemist discusses her research, new innovations in tackling the energy crisis, and how her son helps with “zoom fatigue”.
Molecules secreted by parasitic worms found to reduce scarring during wound healing
Researchers have discovered that a protein produced by parasitic worms in the gut enhances wound healing in mice.
Remote-controlled robot is changing the game for endoscopes
A new teleoperated robot makes it possible to perform endoscopes remotely, making the procedure available in underserviced regions.
Using 3D printing to treat bone infections
A new biomaterial shows unprecedented success at eliminating bacteria that cause bone infections and promote the regrowth of injured bones.
Routine test misses 70% of gestational diabetes cases
A new study urges doctors to turn to more dependable tests to prevent the development of type II diabetes in mothers and children.
Diamond-based sensors measure temperatures on the nanoscale
Scientists have optimized nanodiamond sensors, with potential breakthroughs in electronics, medicine, and quantum tech.
A working quantum battery may be just around the corner
Scientists create designs for quantum batteries, which harness the potential of quantum mechanics to enhance energy storage.
AI and robotics join forces to revamp how medications are made
Scientists are speeding up drug formulation to breath new life into old medications and reduce risk of clinical trial failure.
Misinformation spreads like a nuclear reaction on the internet
The new model simulating nuclear fission replicates the start and spread of rumors founded in misinformation.
Biodegradable plastics remain a hidden source of harmful microplastics
There is an urgent need to replace fossil-derived plastics with biodegradable alternatives but do they solve microplastics’ health issues?
3D printing goes “green” with microalgae ink
A search for environmentally friendly inks led researchers to microalgae biofactories, providing a renewable biomass solution.
Improving satellite tracking will reveal hidden sources of global carbon emissions
Greenhouse gas emissions are warming up the planet and scientists are turning their eyes to the sky to better track them down.
Modern crop seeds are not ready for climate change
Traditional means farmers used to use for seed selection and preservation may help us cultivate more resilient food in a changing climate.
Could adding extra dimensions help solve the quantum gravity puzzle?
Adding extra dimensions to a theory known as “fuzzy gravity” may help bridge the gap between quantum mechanics and relativity.
Scientists hope a new take on superconductivity could spark more advances in the field
Understanding this unique form of superconductivity is crucial and could lead to exciting applications, like functional quantum computers.
James Webb Telescope uncovers possible water on Psyche’s surface
Data gathered about the M-class asteroid challenges earlier assumptions that it is unaltered planetary core.
Warming Mars’ atmosphere with nanoparticles
Engineering mineral rich dust and releasing it as an aerosol could warm the planet and kickstart the thickening of the atmosphere.