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The hidden cost of human disturbance on California’s sea otters

A comprehensive study by Sea Otter Savvy reveals the significant energy costs of human disturbance on sea otters, highlighting the need for better conservation practices to protect these vulnerable marine mammals.

Nanosheet catalysts for affordable hydrogen fuel production

by Bradley van Paridon

Researchers have developed efficient catalysts by combining palladium with organic molecules, significantly reducing the cost of hydrogen fuel production.

Higher hemoglobin levels linked to increased risk of polycystic ovary syndrome

by Sukanya Charuchandra

A new study identified the potential pathway responsible for linking high hemoglobin to polycystic ovary syndrome.

Water may have formed shortly after the Big Bang

by Clara Rodriguez Fernandez

Computer simulations show that water likely appeared in the Universe much earlier than previously thought.

New calculation sheds light on the structure of neutron stars

by Andrey Feldman

Scientists figure out how different factors, like temperature, density, and pressure, relate to each other in the matter inside neutron stars.

MRI-guided robotic positioner could help treat brain disease

by Robert Lea

The system could be used by surgeons performing procedures to treat brain tumors and Parkinson’s disease.

LISA gravitational wave detector could help scientists see the birth of the Universe

by Andrey Feldman

ESA greenlights LISA, a space-based observatory poised to detect gravitational waves across space and time.

Titanium-based metamaterial unlocks strength beyond nature

by Jenna Flogeras

A groundbreaking titanium metamaterial with unparalleled strength and versatility could revolutionize manufacturing and high-speed aviation.

How ancient viral infections guide embryo development in mice

by Sukanya Charuchandra

Ancient viral DNA, once thought junk, now regulates embryo development in mice, revealing complex host-virus interactions.

Michael Dickey, our guide through the surprising world of liquid metals

by Victoria Corless

The chemical and biomolecular engineer delves into the versatile applications, surprising properties, and future possibilities of liquid metals.

ASN Newsletter

Tackling e-waste by making electronics compostable and recyclable

by Jenna Flogeras | Electronics, Environment, Features

Researchers are tackling the growing problem of electronic waste by designing wearable electronics from sustainable and recyclable materials.

Photoacids capture and release carbon with the flick of a switch

by Bradley van Paridon | Chemistry, Environment

Scientists develop a light-driven carbon capture system using photoacids, creating an energy-efficient method to remove atmospheric carbon dioxide.

Liquid metal adhesive holds fast for durable, flexible electronics

by Andrey Feldman | Electronics

E-CASE liquid metal adhesive enables flexible connections to make better, tougher flexible electronics for wearables and robotics.

Killing cancer cells with a molecular jackhammer

by Becki Robins | Cancer therapy

Mechanical therapy physically breaks down cancer cells and could help overcome the problem of treatment resistance.

New study reveals surprising impact of screen time on the developing brain

by Becki Robins | Health, Technology

Researchers have found a trade-off with screen time and the cognition, behavior, and brains volume of adolescent and young children.

Health

Blocking key protein halts spread of cervical cancer tumors

New findings shed light on how cervical cancer spreads to the lymph nodes, opening the door for treatments that could stop the process.

3D printing creates human-like blood vessels in heart tissue

This 3D printing method could make lab-manufactured organ transplants not just a possibility but a viable reality.

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.

Engineered blood cells could eliminate blood type matching to solve donor shortage

Taking inspiration from plankton, researchers create engineered blood cells that are an important step toward a universal blood supply.

Health

Blocking key protein halts spread of cervical cancer tumors

New findings shed light on how cervical cancer spreads to the lymph nodes, opening the door for treatments that could stop the process.

3D printing creates human-like blood vessels in heart tissue

This 3D printing method could make lab-manufactured organ transplants not just a possibility but a viable reality.

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.

Engineered blood cells could eliminate blood type matching to solve donor shortage

Taking inspiration from plankton, researchers create engineered blood cells that are an important step toward a universal blood supply.

Space and physics

A quantum take on oblivious transfer unlocks ultra-secure communication

In addition to ensuring the secure transfer of quantum communications, researchers have come up with a way to safely store and process data.

Graphene gets a magnetic boost

A new hybrid graphene incorporates new elements to help make the material magnetic for applications in electronics and computer science.

New JWST data challenges our understanding of supermassive black holes

The new findings contradict most observations of supermassive black holes, making this an unprecedented discovery.

New test could help detect effects of quantum gravity

Gaining an understanding of quantum gravity could help scientists uncover some of the Universe’s deepest mysteries.

Space and physics

A quantum take on oblivious transfer unlocks ultra-secure communication

In addition to ensuring the secure transfer of quantum communications, researchers have come up with a way to safely store and process data.

Graphene gets a magnetic boost

A new hybrid graphene incorporates new elements to help make the material magnetic for applications in electronics and computer science.

New JWST data challenges our understanding of supermassive black holes

The new findings contradict most observations of supermassive black holes, making this an unprecedented discovery.

New test could help detect effects of quantum gravity

Gaining an understanding of quantum gravity could help scientists uncover some of the Universe’s deepest mysteries.

Technology

New computer solves complex problems by physically mirroring the systems it’s trying to solve

An Ising machine built on lattice defects solves problems faster than conventional computers without the drawbacks of quantum systems.

Tiny robots with a big impact: Scientists develop microrobots for single-cell handling

Fitted with nanoscale grippers, these microrobots offer new opportunities for imaging and manipulating single cells.

Flaws in a crystal lattice make stable qubits for quantum computers

This is just the beginning, say scientists working on the new technology.

New AI tech predicts rare epileptic seizures

Preventing sudden and unexpected death hinges on accurately predicting the onset of epileptic seizures, even those with the rarest occurrences.

Technology

New computer solves complex problems by physically mirroring the systems it’s trying to solve

An Ising machine built on lattice defects solves problems faster than conventional computers without the drawbacks of quantum systems.

Tiny robots with a big impact: Scientists develop microrobots for single-cell handling

Fitted with nanoscale grippers, these microrobots offer new opportunities for imaging and manipulating single cells.

Flaws in a crystal lattice make stable qubits for quantum computers

This is just the beginning, say scientists working on the new technology.

New AI tech predicts rare epileptic seizures

Preventing sudden and unexpected death hinges on accurately predicting the onset of epileptic seizures, even those with the rarest occurrences.

Earth and environment

Athina Anastasaki: New ways to recycle old polymers

Polymer chemist Athina Anastasaki talks about establishing her career, inroads into polymer recycling, and resilience in academia.

Sustainable batteries get a boost from new lithium-ion conductor

The new material rapidly transports lithium ions through its structure and could help make rechargeable lithium-ion batteries safer and more efficient.

How research into existential risk will help safeguard humanity

Florian Jehn combines pragmatism with optimism when considering potential threats to human civilization.

Tackling e-waste by making electronics compostable and recyclable

Researchers are tackling the growing problem of electronic waste by designing wearable electronics from sustainable and recyclable materials.

Earth and environment

Athina Anastasaki: New ways to recycle old polymers

Polymer chemist Athina Anastasaki talks about establishing her career, inroads into polymer recycling, and resilience in academia.

Sustainable batteries get a boost from new lithium-ion conductor

The new material rapidly transports lithium ions through its structure and could help make rechargeable lithium-ion batteries safer and more efficient.

How research into existential risk will help safeguard humanity

Florian Jehn combines pragmatism with optimism when considering potential threats to human civilization.

Tackling e-waste by making electronics compostable and recyclable

Researchers are tackling the growing problem of electronic waste by designing wearable electronics from sustainable and recyclable materials.