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Quantifying microplastics in Swiss rivers and lakes
Every year, 14,000 tons of plastic end up in Swiss soils and waters, in part in the form of microplastics, which are particles in the micro to millimeter range. Microplastics...
Breakthrough in understanding charge transport in organic solar cells
Researchers from the Professorship of Optics and Photonics of Condensed Matter, headed by Prof. Dr. Carsten Deibel, of Chemnitz University of Technology and other partner institutions are currently working together...
Accelerating chemical reduction of carbon dioxide with ultrathin layers of tin disulfide
Researchers at Kanazawa University report in ACS Nano how ultrathin layers of tin disulfide can be used to accelerate the chemical reduction of carbon dioxide—a finding that is highly relevant...
A scalable method to create ferroelectric FETs based on AlScN and 2D semiconductors
A key objective in the electronics engineering field is to develop transistors and other electronic components that are increasingly compact and efficient, utilizing readily available processes and materials. Among the...
Experiment shows Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox scales up
A group of physicists at the University of Basel, in Switzerland, has found via experimentation that the Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox still holds even when scaled up. Paolo Colciaghi, Yifan Li, Philipp...
New materials could lead to implantable treatments for epilepsy
The prospect of a cure for a type of epilepsy could be one step closer following breakthrough research on materials that may help new types of probes be safely implanted...
Study describes the melting of gold nanoparticles in gold-bearing fluids in the Earth's crust
Gold is a precious metal that has always fascinated humans. From Priam's Treasure to the legend of El Dorado, gold—regarded as the noblest of metals—has been a symbol of splendor...
Lego Indiana Jones Escape from the Lost Tomb review
Escape from the Lost Tomb is the perfect Lego set for Indy fans on a budget.
How hard is it to get EV charging stations into residential buildings?
Some electric vehicle owners are called "garage orphans," because they don't have driveways, designated parking spots or easy access to private charging options. But experts say there are ways to...
Ethereal 'halo' and light arcs around the sun captured in photos of ultra-rare phenomena
At least three separate optical phenomena are visible in the new images. Each of which is created by light refracting through millions of perfectly aligned ice crystals in the upper...
New Pentagon-funded hypersonic test vehicle could fly in summer 2024
A new experimental hypersonic cruise vehicle could be flying as soon as next summer under an initiative from the U.S. Defense Innovation Unit.
On This Day, June 11: George Wallace tries to block integration of Univ. of Alabama
On June 11, 1963, for a brief moment, Gov. George Wallace blocked the enrollment of two Black students to the University of Alabama.
Six people injured filming stunt for new ‘Gladiator’ sequel
Six crew members were injured while filming a stunt scene for an upcoming sequel to the Oscar-winning film "Gladiator" in Morocco, reports said Saturday.
France's Macron delivers warning to Iran over supplying drones to Russia
French President Emmanuel Macron issued a warning to Iran over supplying drones to Russia during a rare one-on-one conversation with Iranian counterpart Ebrahim Raisi on Saturday, the government said.
Movie review: 'Elemental' a moving, exciting, if not subtle, metaphor
Pixar's "Elemental," in theaters Friday, is not the animation studio's most subtle film, yet it still works on basic story and metaphorical levels.
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Why does hair turn gray?
Hair grays because pigment-producing cells get stuck within the hair follicle, research suggests.
The future of industrial chemicals: Engineers seek more efficient processes
A study by a team of University of Oklahoma researchers has been featured in Cell Reports Physical Science, an open-access journal highlighting cutting-edge research in the physical sciences.
Jiu Jitsu club stage physical assaults to help advance forensic research
Researchers from Northumbria University and King's College London have published findings outlining the extent that textile fibres transfer during controlled assault scenarios.
Djokovic ousts cramping Alcaraz, reaches French Open final
Novak Djokovic fired eight aces and broke Carlos Alcaraz's serve seven times, taking advantage of the Spaniard's cramped condition en route to a four set victory in the French Open...
When all details matter -- Heat transport in energy materials
The NOMAD Laboratory researchers have recently elucidated on fundamental microscopic mechanisms that offer to tailor materials for heat insulation. This development advances the ongoing efforts to enhance energy efficiency and...
Using photosynthesis for Martian occupation - while making space travel more sustainable
In a study published in Nature Communications, scientists assess a new technique which could convert renewable, green energy from outside the Earth's atmosphere. They are taking advantage of photosynthesis -...
Researchers demonstrate noise-free communication with structured light
Researchers at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) have outlined a new optical communication protocol that exploits spatial patterns of light for multi-dimensional encoding in a manner that does not...
Advances in eco-friendly gas insulating medium for next-generation SF6-free equipment
A research team led by Xiaoxing Zhang of Hubei University of Technology in China and scientists from Wuhan University, Southeast University, North China Electric Power University, Universite de Toulouse, Xi'an...
Unlocking early Earth chemistry: Salt-induced changes in polyester microdroplet structure
A team of researchers have recently come up with a new strategy for investigating the effect of salt uptake on polyester microdroplets.
Russia will move tactical nuclear weapons to Belarus in early July, Putin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin Friday confirmed that nuclear weapons would be deployed in Belarus after facilities to house them are finished in early July. It's the first nukes deployment outside...
Jiu Jitsu club stage physical assaults to help advance forensic research
Researchers from Northumbria University and King's College London have published findings outlining the extent that textile fibers transfer during controlled assault scenarios.
Look: Carrie Underwood releases 'Take Me Out' from 'Denim & Rhinestones' deluxe edition
Carrie Underwood released "Take Me Out," a song from the deluxe edition of her album "Denim & Rhinestones."