Aerogels: Airy and efficient
Researchers have developed a new photocatalyst made from an aerogel that could enable more efficient hydrogen production. The key is sophisticated pretreatment of the material......»»
Researchers obtain promising results for control of pollutants in water
An article published in the journal Catalysis Communications describes a simple, efficient and sustainable approach to the degradation and quantitative monitoring of a mixture of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), emerging pollutants that conta.....»»
Team modulates electronic state of single-atom catalysts by CO molecular decoration for efficient methane conversion
Direct methane conversion has advantages such as low energy consumption, fewer processes, and better economics. However, it is difficult to activate methane at room temperature due to the high dissociation energy of C-H bonds of methane. Additionally.....»»
Quantum interference could lead to smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient transistors
An international team of researchers from Queen Mary University of London, the University of Oxford, Lancaster University, and the University of Waterloo have developed a new single-molecule transistor that uses quantum interference to control the fl.....»»
Better phosphorus use can ensure its stocks last more than 500 years and boost global food production, study shows
More efficient use of phosphorus could see limited stocks of the important fertilizer last more than 500 years and boost global food production to feed growing populations......»»
A reliable and efficient computational method for finding transition states in chemical reactions
A computational method for finding transition states in chemical reactions, greatly reducing computational costs with high reliability, has been devised. Compared to the most widely used existing method, the present method reduces the total computati.....»»
Lincoln Corsair PHEV review: A luxury car shouldn’t squeak this much
It has an attractive cabin and decent fuel economy, but build quality needs work. Enlarge / We like the interior styling, and it rides well and is rather efficient. But the interior build quality needs work. (credit: Jonathan Git.....»»
Efficient and durable water splitting in acidic media
Recent research published in National Science Review by a team led by Dr. Rong Cao and Dr. Minna Cao from the Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Dr. Dongshuang Wu from Nanyang Technological Unive.....»»
Regulating atomic Fe-Rh site distance for efficient oxygen reduction reaction
In a study published in the journal Science China Chemistry, the authors systematically design and investigate the site-distance effect of Fe-Rh atom catalysts (Fe-Rhx@NC) supported by N-doped graphene for ORR by an integrated theoretical and experim.....»»
Everything we know about Lunar Lake, Intel’s big next-generation chips
Intel's Lunar Lake is a mobile-first generation of energy efficient CPUs that may well launch before the end of 2024. Here's what we know so far......»»
Next-gen battery tech: Reimagining every aspect of batteries
From more efficient production to entirely new chemistries, there's a lot going on. Enlarge (credit: MirageC) The race is on to generate new technologies to ready the battery industry for the transition toward a future w.....»»
Apple acquires another AI startup focused on deep neural network generation
DarwinAI, a company known for making deep neural networks smaller and more efficient, has been snapped up by Apple prior to the release AI features in iOS 18.DarwinAI's technology could be used to bring more AI processing on-deviceGiven its privacy-o.....»»
Researchers find new ways to regulate hole transport layer for efficient perovskite solar cells
According to a study published in Nano Energy, a research group led by Prof. Chen Chong from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has increased the photoelectric conversion efficiency (PCE) of perovskite solar c.....»»
How to upcycle low-energy light: A new design for highly efficient conversion materials
To combine two low-energy photons into one high-energy photon efficiently, the energy must be able to hop freely, but not too quickly, between randomly oriented molecules of a solid. This Kobe University discovery provides a much-needed design guidel.....»»
Nozomi Networks raises $100 million to help secure critical infrastructure
Nozomi Networks announced a $100 million Series E funding round to help accelerate innovative cyber defenses and expand cost-efficient go-to-market expansion globally. This latest round includes investments from Mitsubishi Electric and Schneider Elec.....»»
Toyota plug-in hybrid tops 2024 greenest car ranking
Four of the top six are EVs and two are PHEVs, according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy's GreenerCars ratings......»»
Researchers devise new ways to engineer carbon-based semiconductors for electronics of the future
It might look like a roll of chicken wire, but this tiny cylinder of carbon atoms—too small to see with the naked eye—could one day be used for making electronic devices ranging from night vision goggles and motion detectors to more efficient sol.....»»
Matrix multiplication advancement could lead to faster, more efficient AI models
At the heart of AI, matrix math has just seen its biggest boost "in more than a decade.” Enlarge / When you do math on a computer, you fly through a numerical tunnel like this—figuratively, of course. (credit: Getty Images).....»»
Flexible AI optoelectronic sensors pave the way for standalone energy-efficient health monitoring devices
From creating images, generating text, and enabling self-driving cars, the potential uses of artificial intelligence (AI) are vast and transformative. However, all this capability comes at a very high energy cost. For instance, estimates indicate tha.....»»
Matrix multiplication breakthrough could lead to faster, more efficient AI models
At the heart of AI, matrix math has just seen its biggest boost "in more than a decade.” Enlarge / When you do math on a computer, you fly through a numerical tunnel like this—figuratively, of course. (credit: Getty Images).....»»
Dancing droplets" new spin on water harvesting
A more efficient way to capture fresh water from the air could be inspired by a phenomenon of motion first glimpsed in bowls of breakfast cereal......»»