Insulator-to-metal transition achieved in iridate/manganate heterostructures
A research team has successfully achieved an atomically controlled insulator-to-metal transition in iridate/manganate heterostructures. Their findings were recently published in Nature Communications......»»
Nomad launches Titanium Band and Steel Band for smaller 41, 40, and 38mm Apple Watches [U]
The band is finally back in stock after being back-ordered since the launch of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 back in September. Nomad has launched its high-end Titanium Band and Steel Band today for the smaller Apple Watch sizes. These premium metal lin.....»»
Opinion: COP28 agreement on adapting to climate change kicks the real challenge down the road
COP28 concluded late on Wednesday morning to a mixed reaction. The Dubai agreement extracted a promise from nearly 200 countries to transition away from fossil fuels, but it leaves many questions unanswered when it comes to keeping global average tem.....»»
Reviewing the state of research into 2D noble metal-based intermetallic compound electrocatalysts
As demand grows for more sustainable and efficient energy generation, electrochemical energy conversion technologies that rely on electrocatalysis stand out as promising alternatives. Research into the best type of electrocatalysts is ongoing......»»
"It"s finished!": IEA boss says COP28 bid farewell to fossil fuels
While the UN's COP28 climate summit marked a pivot moment, when the world pledged to say "goodbye" to fossil fuels, International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol told AFP on Friday, it needs to now urgently boost finance for the energy transition in.....»»
Computational model captures the elusive transition states of chemical reactions
During a chemical reaction, molecules gain energy until they reach what's known as the transition state—a point of no return from which the reaction must proceed. This state is so fleeting that it's nearly impossible to observe it experimentally......»»
Report: Apple has ‘no concrete timeline’ for a foldable iPad, focused on OLED displays instead
Apple is widely expected to transition its two iPad Pro models to OLED displays in early 2024, followed eventually by the rest of the lineup. A new report supply chain report from Nikkei Asia today says that this could come at the cost of Apple’s p.....»»
Making fossil fuel companies accountable for their products" emissions would support the clean energy transition
I recently found myself among a group of alarmed scientists, writing a fervent plea to the European Commission to be more ambitious when it comes to corporate greenhouse gas reporting requirements. Our open letter calling for comprehensive disclosure.....»»
Best Metal Gear games, ranked
The originator of the stealth-action genre, Metal Gear has a long and not always perfect history. From the OG entries to the Solid titles, we ranked them all......»»
"Weak tea": Climate scientists push back against COP28 cheer
A UN climate deal that approved a call to transition away from fossil fuels has been hailed as a major milestone and a cause for at least cautious optimism......»»
Dubai deal hailed as "beginning of end" for fossil fuels
The world for the first time on Wednesday approved a call to transition away from fossil fuels as UN negotiations in Dubai tackled the top culprit behind climate change, but at-risk countries said far more action was needed......»»
Researchers review miniaturized electrochemical sensor technologies for rapid heavy metal detection
Heavy metals (HMs) are metals with high densities and atomic weights. Originating from geological processes or human activities, including mining, industrial production, and petrochemical plants, they are toxic to humans and animals and considered as.....»»
Dubai summit adopts world-first "transition" from fossil fuels
Nearly 200 nations meeting in Dubai on Wednesday approved a first-ever call for the world to transition away from fossil fuels, the top culprit of climate change behind a planetary crisis......»»
Broadcom ends VMware perpetual license sales, testing customers and partners
Already-purchased licenses can still be used but will eventually lose support. Enlarge (credit: Getty) Broadcom has moved forward with plans to transition VMware, a virtualization and cloud computing company, into a sub.....»»
Evidence-based policymaking: New study on international perspectives and best-practice models
In order to tackle challenges facing society, such as the energy transition, digitalization, or pandemics, structured, transparent, and fact-based political decision-making processes are needed. Analysis based on science can provide the basis for bet.....»»
Nomad launches premium Stand One Max with MagSafe and Apple Watch fast charging [Hands-on]
Expanding its premium charger lineup for iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, Nomad is out with the new Stand One Max. The premium metal and glass design features official MagSafe support with 15W wireless charging, Apple Watch fast charging, and more......»»
Study analyzes how the green transition affects competition and concentration in the business market
The green transition towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly economy has become a necessity to combat climate change, the scarcity of resources, and pollution. Businesses have been forced to shift from traditional fossil fuels to rene.....»»
A mechanism of pressure-induced glass phase transition leading to advanced phase-change memories
When temperature or pressure is applied to a material, its state changes from liquid to solid or remains solid but exhibits structural changes. This change is called a phase transition or change......»»
New insight on electrochemical reactions—advancing the green transition
Electrochemical reactions are central to green transitions. These reactions use electric current and potential difference to carry out chemical reactions, which enables binding and realizing electric energy from chemical bonds. This chemistry is the.....»»
NASA’s Psyche spacecraft sends back its first image of a star field
NASA has shared the first images taken by its Psyche mission, which launched in October to study a strange metal asteroid located in the main belt......»»
Can tax credit rules drive EV adoption and spur U.S. battery supply chain?
Strict eligibility requirements in the Inflation Reduction Act's tax credit for new-EV purchases seek to encourage a transition to EVs and build up a domestic battery supply chain. But achieving one goal could hinder the other......»»