Hexagonal boron nitride"s remarkable toughness unmasked
It's official: Hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) is the iron man of 2D materials, so resistant to cracking that it defies a century-old theoretical description engineers still use to measure toughness......»»
Operations begin to de-ice Euclid"s vision
A few layers of water ice—the width of a strand of DNA—are starting to impact Euclid's vision; a common issue for spacecraft in the freezing cold of space, but a potential problem for this highly sensitive mission that requires remarkable precisi.....»»
Using adavosertib-encapsulated MOFs for p53-mutated gallbladder cancer treatment via synthetic lethality
Since the revelation of poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) inhibitors and their remarkable results in the treatment of BRCA1/2 mutant cancers, synthetic lethality (SL) in antitumor therapy has attracted increasing attention. SL is a phenomenon in whi.....»»
The Google Pixel Fold 2 could massive display upgrade
The Pixel Fold 2 is shaping up to be a remarkable overhaul inside and out. Fresh leaks suggest buyers are in for a pleasant display surprise as well......»»
Q&A: How will generative artificial intelligence affect political advertising in 2024?
It's estimated that $12 billion will be spent on political ads this election cycle—30% more than in 2020. The sheer volume of ads is remarkable, and there is vast potential to use this political information to contribute to democracy: to reach more.....»»
Enhancing apple adventitious shoot regeneration: The role of MdAIL5 in hormonal signaling and gene activation
Plants exhibit a remarkable capacity for self-repair and regeneration, a process crucial for adapting to environmental changes and underpinned by cellular totipotency or pluripotency. Apple is one of the model plants for the study of perennial woody.....»»
PS5 vs. PC: Which is the better buy for gaming in 2024?
The PS5 is a remarkable console, but does it hold up to PC? We've tested both extensively, and here's what we think......»»
Understanding what a dog is trying to communicate
Dogs have a remarkable ability to communicate through a variety of sounds, or vocalizations. Because each vocalization conveys a specific message or emotion, understanding the meaning behind different vocalizations can help owners address their pets'.....»»
Stunning footage shows space capsule hurtling toward Earth
Check out this remarkable footage showing a capsule hurtling through Earth's atmosphere for a successful landing on U.S. soil recently......»»
Resonant tunneling: A possible way to probe the minimum length using atomic systems
A research team led by Prof. Dr. Yang Yong from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has revealed a remarkable quantum tunneling phenomenon across double potential barriers. They found that quantum tunneling is.....»»
Nintendo’s lost 1990s “VR” console comes to 3DS thanks to a remarkable emulator
Nintendo’s lost 1990s “VR” console comes to 3DS thanks to a remarkable emulator.....»»
Novel theory-based evaluation gives a clearer picture of fusion in the sun
Most of the energy from the sun and other stars comes from a chain of nuclear fusion reactions. The end of this chain is marked by the fusion of protons with beryllium-7 to form boron-8. This process is key in determining the flow of high-energy sola.....»»
Physically impaired primates find ways to modify their behaviors to compensate for disabilities, find researchers
Primates show a remarkable ability to modify their behaviors to accommodate their physical disabilities and impairments according to a new literature review by Concordia researchers......»»
Dramatic images show a large satellite tumbling toward Earth
The European Space Agency (ESA) has shared remarkable pictures showing one of its satellites in what it describes as a tumbling descent......»»
Exotic cats" ability to recognize familiar human caregivers" voices
In a recent PeerJ study, Professor Jennifer Vonk from Oakland University presents compelling evidence that exotic cats possess the remarkable ability to discriminate between familiar and unfamiliar human voices......»»
Super-resolution microscopy harnesses digital display technology
In the ever-evolving realm of microscopy, recent years have witnessed remarkable strides in both hardware and algorithms, propelling our ability to explore the infinitesimal wonders of life. However, the journey towards three-dimensional structured i.....»»
Researchers learn how nectar-laden honey bees avoid overheating
Honey bees carrying nectar have the remarkable ability to adjust their flight behavior to avoid overheating when air temperatures increase, according to research led by a University of Wyoming scientist......»»
Did Climate Change Help This Skier Achieve the Impossible?
A slalom skier just achieved a remarkable result in the Alpine Ski World Cup—coming from last place to win. As mountains get warmer and conditions less predictable, expect more freak occurrences like this......»»
It’s exactly 40 years since NASA achieved this remarkable first in orbit
On February 7, 1984, NASA astronaut Bruce McCandless II achieved a remarkable feat when he performed the first untethered spacewalk......»»
Heritage ERS-2 satellite to reenter Earth"s atmosphere
Throughout its 16-year working life, the second European Remote Sensing satellite, ERS-2, returned a wealth of information that revolutionized our perspective of our planet and understanding of climate change. As well as leaving a remarkable legacy o.....»»
As sea otters recolonize California estuary, they restore its degraded geology
In the several decades since sea otters began to recolonize their former habitat in Elkhorn Slough, a salt marsh-dominated coastal estuary in central California, remarkable changes have occurred in the landscape......»»