Direct synthesis of isoparaffin-rich gasoline from syngas
A research team led by Prof. Pan Xiulian and Prof. Bao Xinhe from the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences realized the direct synthesis of isoparaffin-rich gasoline from syngas using ZnAlOx-SAPO-11 oxide-zeo.....»»
Dodge brings muscle-car attitude to EVs with Charger Daytona
Dodge will make electric and gasoline versions of the next-generation Charger, which starts production this year......»»
Rich countries found to use six times more resources, generate 10 times the climate impact: Report
The extraction of the Earth's natural resources tripled in the past five decades, related to the massive build-up of infrastructure in many parts of the world and the high levels of material consumption, especially in upper-middle and high-income cou.....»»
Researchers use liquid crystals to control polarization inside laser-written waveguides
Researchers have developed a new way to control and manipulate optical signals by embedding a liquid crystal layer into waveguides created with direct laser writing. The new devices enable electro-optical control of polarization, which could open new.....»»
How psychology can help people live more climate-friendly lives—lessons from around the world
Quick and easy interventions that inspire people to take direct climate action are the holy grail. Behavioral scientists and policymakers are keen to learn which small steps can make the biggest difference. One of the largest experiments ever conduct.....»»
Towards the selective and energy-efficient synthesis of ethylene via carbon dioxide reduction
The synthesis of carbon-based chemicals via the electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) has become the key objective of numerous recent energy research efforts. While these studies have yielded promising results, enabling the production of.....»»
EV startup Fisker signs two more U.S. dealers, Bul Auto Sales and Karma Indy
Fisker said the two new partners plan to open three locations in New York, Florida and Indiana. The EV maker switched from direct sales to franchised dealers in January......»»
Heterogeneous copper photocatalysis for production of diverse bioactive compounds
Professor Jian He, from the Department of Chemistry at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), has spearheaded a research endeavor aimed at revolutionizing organic synthesis. His research team has successfully developed a novel heterogeneous copper photoc.....»»
Ford halts 2024 F-150 Lightning shipments; delivery of gasoline trucks begins roughly two months after production
The Lightning stop-ship order went into effect Feb. 9, Ford said, and it's unclear when it will be lifted......»»
Researchers reveal how cells regenerate protein factories at the endoplasmic reticulum
The synthesis of proteins in the cell is a key process of life. By this means, the genetic code of the genome is translated into the amino acid sequence of proteins. The process is complex—and has been studied in detail for decades......»»
Penny’s Big Breakaway review: Fun platformer keeps its momentum going
Penny's Big Breakaway, which launched during the February Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, is worth a look for platformer fans......»»
Freshened Ram 1500 adds a $90,000 touch of extravagance
The brand is adding the Ram 1500 Tungsten trim level for customers who want a pickup's brawn with a rich list of accouterments......»»
Stability announces Stable Diffusion 3, a next-gen AI image generator
SD3 may bring DALL-E-like prompt fidelity to an open-weights image-synthesis model. Enlarge / Stable Diffusion 3 generation with the prompt: studio photograph closeup of a chameleon over a black background. (credit: Stability AI).....»»
Compound vital for all life likely played a role in life"s origin, suggests synthesis study
A chemical compound essential to all living things has been synthesized in a lab in conditions that could have occurred on early Earth, suggesting it played a role at the outset of life, finds a new study led by University College London researchers......»»
EV sales are outpacing ICE vehicles in certain commercial segments, Ford Pro CFO says
Despite an industrywide slowdown in electric vehicle demand, certain segments of commercial customers are buying EVs at a greater clip than their gasoline-powered counterparts, a top Ford Pro executive says......»»
Study finds home heating fuel is direct source of sulfate in Fairbanks"s winter air
Use of residential heating fuel is the main contributor of primary sulfate pollution in Fairbanks's wintertime air, according to research conducted during an international science program in the community in 2022......»»
Solar-driven green synthesis of epoxides
Research published in the journal Science China Chemistry is expected to serve as comprehensive background knowledge and to provide researchers with insight into the recent developments of solar-driven green synthesis of epoxides......»»
Intel road map explained: going beyond 2027
Intel debuted an updated road map at its IFS Direct event, showcasing what the company is doing through 2027......»»
Grounded and Pentiment are the first Xbox games to come to Nintendo Switch
During today's Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, Microsoft confirmed that Grounded and Pentiment are coming to the Nintendo Switch soon......»»
Everything announced at February’s Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase
From Xbox games on Switch to a new Endless Ocean game, here's everything we saw at today's Nintendo Partner Showcase......»»
Mercury levels in tuna remain nearly unchanged since 1971, study says
Tuna is one of the most popular seafoods worldwide. But this protein-rich fish can build up high levels of methylmercury from feeding on contaminated prey, like smaller fish or crustaceans. Despite efforts to reduce mercury emissions into the environ.....»»