Report highlights technology advancement and value of wind energy
Wind energy continues to see strong growth, solid performance, and attractive prices in the U.S., according to a recent report.
Science & Technology
Risk of volcano catastrophe ‘a roll of the dice’
While funding is pumped into preventing low-probability scenarios such as asteroid collision, the far more likely threat of a large volcanic eruption is close to ignored — despite much that could be done to reduce the risks, say researchers.
Natural substances show promise against coronavirus
Three natural compounds present in foods like green tea, olive oil and red wine are promising candidates for the development of drugs against the coronavirus. In a comprehensive screening of a large library of natural substances at DESY’s X-ray source …
Next generation patient avatars: Expanding the possibilities with micro-organospheres
Scientists have developed improved methods for generating micro-organospheres (MOS) and have shown that they can be used as patient avatars for studies involving direct viral infection, immune cell penetration and high-throughput therapeutic drug scree…
Simple method destroys dangerous ‘forever chemicals,’ making water safe
If you’re despairing at recent reports that Earth’s water sources have been thoroughly infested with hazardous human-made chemicals called PFAS that can last for thousands of years, making even rainwater unsafe to drink, there’s a spot of good news. Ch…
Seeing universe’s most massive known star
By harnessing the capabilities of the 8.1-meter Gemini South telescope in Chile, which is part of the International Gemini Observatory operated by NSF’s NOIRLab, astronomers have obtained the sharpest image ever of the star R136a1, the most massive kno…
New dementia risk genes identified through novel testing approach
A new study has identified multiple new risk genes for Alzheimer’s disease and a rare, related brain disorder by using a combination of new testing methods allowing for mass screening of genetic variants in a single experiment.
New dementia risk genes identified through novel testing approach
A new study has identified multiple new risk genes for Alzheimer’s disease and a rare, related brain disorder by using a combination of new testing methods allowing for mass screening of genetic variants in a single experiment.
Engineers fabricate a chip-free, wireless electronic ‘skin’
Engineers fabricated a chip-free, wireless electronic ‘skin.’ The device senses and wirelessly transmits signals related to pulse, sweat, and ultraviolet exposure, without bulky chips or batteries.
Engineers fabricate a chip-free, wireless electronic ‘skin’
Engineers fabricated a chip-free, wireless electronic ‘skin.’ The device senses and wirelessly transmits signals related to pulse, sweat, and ultraviolet exposure, without bulky chips or batteries.
Climate threat to food supply chains creates ‘domino effect’
New research has modeled the wide-ranging impacts of climate change and extreme weather events on Australia’s food systems and supply chains, identifying potential cascading repercussions including job and income loss as well as a loss in nutrient avai…
Scientists create new map of the developing cerebral cortex
Scientists used high-resolution MRI data to create a valuable new resource for the study of human brain development at key moments in utero and after birth.
By design: From waste to next-gen carbon fiber
New research may soon lead to even lighter, stronger carbon fiber — and stronger plastics — all using a product currently considered to be waste.
By design: From waste to next-gen carbon fiber
New research may soon lead to even lighter, stronger carbon fiber — and stronger plastics — all using a product currently considered to be waste.
Building blocks of the future for photovoltaics
An international research team has observed the build-up of a physical phenomenon that plays a role in the conversion of sunlight into electrical energy in 2D materials. The scientists succeeded in making quasiparticles — known as dark Moiré interlaye…
Building blocks of the future for photovoltaics
An international research team has observed the build-up of a physical phenomenon that plays a role in the conversion of sunlight into electrical energy in 2D materials. The scientists succeeded in making quasiparticles — known as dark Moiré interlaye…
Discovery of a long-nosed ‘shrew mouse’ on a mountain in the Philippines will help protect giant eagles
The mountains of the Philippines are one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. Inch for inch, these misty cloud forests are home to more unique species of mammals per square mile than anywhere else on Earth. Finding these mammals, most of which …
Discovery of a long-nosed ‘shrew mouse’ on a mountain in the Philippines will help protect giant eagles
The mountains of the Philippines are one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. Inch for inch, these misty cloud forests are home to more unique species of mammals per square mile than anywhere else on Earth. Finding these mammals, most of which …
COVID-19 disrupted the agriculture sector in India, but not agricultural practices
India’s agricultural system is largely based on input-intensive monocropping of staple crops. A study suggests that while COVID-19 disrupted agricultural labor, supply chains, and farmers’ access to credit and markets, the pandemic did not significantl…
COVID-19 disrupted the agriculture sector in India, but not agricultural practices
India’s agricultural system is largely based on input-intensive monocropping of staple crops. A study suggests that while COVID-19 disrupted agricultural labor, supply chains, and farmers’ access to credit and markets, the pandemic did not significantl…