Converting temperature fluctuations into clean energy with novel nanoparticles and heating strategy
Pyroelectric catalysis (pyro-catalysis) can convert environmental temperature fluctuations into clean chemical energy, such as hydrogen. However, compared with the more common catalysis strategy, such as photocatalysis, pyro-catalysis is inefficient.....»»
Research uncovers new strategy for salt-resistant poplar
Salt stress disrupts plant growth by impairing ion balance and reducing water uptake, posing a significant challenge to agriculture and forestry. Maintaining sodium (Na+) and potassium (K+) balance is particularly vital in woody plants like poplar, w.....»»
Mass cytometry barcoding strategy offers a new perspective of non-specific binding
Non-specific binding (NSB), the most annoying thing to scientists in the biosensing field, is one of the main factors limiting the performance of diagnostic sensors......»»
Xbox Game Pass in September is all about sims, strategy, and star truckers
Xbox announced the first batch of games coming to Game Pass this month, and we're sensing a theme......»»
Transport choices can make a significant difference for climate change, researchers find
Australian transport emissions are still growing. As a result, transport is expected to be our biggest-emitting sector by 2030. So, cutting transport emissions is crucial to Australia's net-zero strategy......»»
Low-energy ion implantation enables 2D lateral p-n junction construction
The feature size of silicon-based transistors is approaching the theoretical limit, which puts forward higher requirements for the atomic level manufacturing of semiconductors. The basic idea of atomic level manufacturing is to process and manipulate.....»»
Scientists develop multifunctional photocatalyst for wastewater treatment
Water contamination by pharmaceuticals and heavy metals poses severe environmental and health risks. Traditional methods like biodegradation and filtration often lack efficiency and sustainability. Photocatalysis, using solar energy to degrade pollut.....»»
Copper-based catalyst paves the way for sustainable ammonia production
Ammonia plays a critical role in food production and industrial development, with a global market size of approximately 175 million metric tons and a market value of $67 billion. Likewise, it is a high-energy-density carrier, making it a key player i.....»»
How to convert PDF to PowerPoint
Converting a PDF to Powerpoint is quick and straightforward if you use the right tools. Here's how to do it......»»
Ally"s EV lease strategy includes tax credits, residual guarantee
Ally Financial has rapidly expanded its EV leasing business after receiving a 50 percent residual value guarantee from an unspecified automaker during the first quarter......»»
Data from space probes show that Alfvén waves drive the acceleration and heating of the solar wind
By studying data from NASA's Parker Solar Probe and the ESA Solar Orbiter, an international team of astrophysicists has found that Alfvén waves drive the acceleration and heating of the solar wind......»»
First fuel spill clean-up targets identified for Macquarie Island
Australian scientists have developed the first environmental standards for fuel contamination in soils, for sub-Antarctic environments......»»
How stressed are you? Nanoparticles pave the way for home stress testing
Stress takes various shapes in our daily lives, from relentless work demands to the constant rush of the school run. But ignoring high stress levels can lead to serious health issues like depression and Alzheimer's disease. So what if checking your s.....»»
Jaguar I-Pace fire risk leads to recall, instructions to park outdoors
The problem is similar to one that affected the Chevrolet Bolt in 2021. Enlarge / Jaguar sourced the I-Pace's battery cells from LG Energy Solutions. But now there's a problem with some of them. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin).....»»
PC classic Bloons works surprisingly well as a strategy card game
Remember Bloons Tower Defense? It's getting a strategy deck-building makeover that works surprisingly well......»»
AI tool maps out cell metabolism with precision
Understanding how cells process nutrients and produce energy—collectively known as metabolism—is essential in biology. Modern biology generates large datasets on various cellular activities, but integrating and analyzing the vast amounts of data.....»»
iOS 18.1 beta 3 lets you remove distractions from pictures with new ‘Clean Up’ feature
With the launch of iOS 18.1 beta 3 for developers today, Apple Intelligence is adding a new Clean Up feature to the Photos app. This feature, as announced at WWDC, can identify and remove distracting objects in the background of a photo. more….....»»
iOS 18.1 labels images edited with Clean Up, here’s how to tell
Apple on Wednesday released the third beta of iOS 18.1 with Apple Intelligence, and this one added the Clean Up feature to the Photos app. For those unfamiliar, Clean Up lets users delete objects and people from a photo using AI. To avoid controversy.....»»
‘Glowtime’ iPhone 16 and Apple Watch event expectations, new Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.1 beta 3
The September iPhone event is official! Benjamin and Chance break down what they expect to see on September 9. Also, Apple releases iOS 18.1 beta 3 with the new AI photos Clean Up feature, an expansion of notification summaries, and Apple SVP Luca Ma.....»»
Air conditioning poses a climate conundrum
This week, much of the US is suffering from yet another heat wave. So far this year, 15 countries have set records for high heat. Last July, the average global temperature, factoring in heat waves in multiple regions around the world, was likely the.....»»
Study reveals distinct roles of H3K27me3 and H3K36me3 in winter wheat vernalization
Vernalization is the phenomenon whereby plants require prolonged exposure to low temperatures to flower. This ensures that overwintering plants undergo reproductive growth under suitable light and temperature conditions, thereby securing yield......»»