Conventional aerobic methanotrophs have metabolic versatility under anoxia
Methane (CH4) is a potent greenhouse gas with a global warming potential 28 –34 times that of carbon dioxide on a centennial time scale. Microbial CH4 oxidation acts as a biofilter, preventing more than 90% of CH4 from entering the atmosphere......»»
Lumen metabolic analyzer gets precise fat and carb burn results with iOS update
Lumen, the pocket-sized device that measures your metabolism to help you achieve health and fitness goals has received a new update. The iOS-connected device with Apple Health support now offers granular results to show you the exact percentage of.....»»
Complexity is a barrier to horizontal gene transfer, shows new study
The recognition of the phenomenon known as horizontal (or lateral) gene transfer (HGT/LGT) revolutionized our understanding of evolutionary mechanisms. Unlike the conventional vertical transmission of genes from parent to offspring, HGT involves the.....»»
Mercedes-Benz showcases axial flux EV motor in One-Eleven concept car
The new electric motor is a third the size and mass of a conventional EV motor. Enlarge / Formula 1 battery tech and light, compact, but powerful electric motors would power the Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven. (credit: Jonathan.....»»
Using liquid metals to synthesize high-entropy alloy nanoparticles
A team of chemists and engineers affiliated with a large number of institutions in China has found that using liquid metal to synthesize high-entropy alloy nanoparticles (HEA-NPs) is a viable alternative to conventional methods. In their study, repor.....»»
Researchers invent low-temperature synthesis method for high-quality tellurium nanomesh for next-generation electronics
A collaborative team led by researchers from City University of Hong Kong (CityU) recently invented an innovative method for synthesizing high-quality, semiconducting nanomesh at a lower temperature and production cost than conventional methods. The.....»»
SanDisk Pro G40 SSD Review: Exceptional speed and resilience
The SanDisk Pro-G40 SSD offers fast and secure data transfer, exceptional durability, and versatility with an audience of professional content creators in mind.In 2023, fast-paced content creation rules the internet through short-term video, and amat.....»»
Team develops organic redox polymer for aluminum-ion batteries with improved storage capacity
Aluminum-ion batteries are seen as a promising alternative to conventional batteries that use scarce and difficult-to-recycle raw materials such as lithium. This is because aluminum is one of the most common elements in the Earth's crust, is easier t.....»»
AI designed a couch that weighs 22 pounds and fits in an envelope
Developed by a firm that works closely with Ikea, this flat-pack couch upends conventional design. The couch is the most comfortable seat in most homes, but it’s also the most uncomfortable seat to get into your house. Heavy, bulky, and requi.....»»
Carbon-based stimuli-responsive nanomaterials: Their classification and application
Carbon-based stimuli-responsive nanomaterials are gaining much attention due to their versatility, including disease diagnosis and treatment. They work under endogenous (pH, temperature, enzyme, and redox) or exogenous (temperature, light, magnetic f.....»»
Phishing campaigns thrive as evasive tactics outsmart conventional detection
A 25% increase in the use of phishing kits has been recorded in 2022, according to Group-IB. The key phishing trends observed are the increasing use of access control and advanced detection evasion techniques. The rise in evasive tactics, such as ant.....»»
Flexible nanoelectrodes can provide fine-grained brain stimulation
Conventional implantable medical devices designed for brain stimulation are often too rigid and bulky for what is one of the body's softest and most delicate tissues......»»
Predicting policy choices via network structure
Indonesia is the biggest palm oil producer in the world, with the U.S. Department of Agriculture crediting it with a nearly 60 percent share of global production. The versatility of palm oil—it is used in cosmetics, food products, detergents—is a.....»»
New study shows the superior reactive oxygen species removal ability of copper coupled to lysozyme
In aerobic organisms, reactive oxygen species (ROS), such as hydroxide (OH), singlet oxygen (1O2), hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), and superoxide (O2–) ions are produced during aerobic respiration, which causes serious oxidative damage to biomolecules in.....»»
AI server boom to stimulate cooling fan demand
AI server cooling fans use more electricity than conventional fans and have higher average selling prices, enabling new growth opportunities for cooling fan suppliers, according to PC cooling module specialist Sunonwealth Electric Machine Industry (S.....»»
Nearly 70% of private label avocado oil rancid or mixed with other oils, find researchers
Avocado oil has become a popular choice for many people in recent years because of its heart-healthy benefits and versatility in cooking. However, not all avocado oil products on store shelves are created equal. Some products are labeled as "pure" av.....»»
New way of machining tiny diamond rotors could improve protein studies
Many of the biological materials that researchers are most interested in studying, including those associated with major diseases, don't lend themselves to the conventional methods that researchers typically use to probe a material's structure and ch.....»»
Backend firms may see Micron cut orders in the wake of Chinese ban
Taiwan-based backend houses, which handle mainly conventional DRAM memory from Micron Technology, may experience a reduction in orders from the US customer due to China's prohibition on some Micron product sales, according to industry sources......»»
Ready the Ig Nobel: Researchers incorporate used diapers into concrete
Used disposable diapers can be added to concrete without killing its strength. Enlarge (credit: Renphoto) Government building rules and regulations can be outdated and misguided, insisting upon conventional building mate.....»»
Wiring up quantum circuits with light
Quantum computers promise to solve challenging tasks in material science and cryptography that will remain out of reach even for the most powerful conventional supercomputers in the future. Yet, this will likely require millions of high-quality qubit.....»»
Tesla’s new car-making process stokes debate among industry experts
Elon Musk believes the company needs to radically rethink conventional manufacturing methods to build more affordable - and profitable - EVs in higher volumes......»»