Japan to lift restrictions on chip material exports to South Korea
Japan plans to lift restrictions on exports of key semiconductor materials to South Korea, in a move toward ending a feud that has spanned several years between the two tech powerhouses......»»
Can disease-detecting dogs help save South Dakota"s bighorn sheep?
In summer 2021, Badlands National Park was home to a healthy and growing population of Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, with approximately 300 total among the three herds. Then in August, Paul Roghair, lead biological science technician for the park, ca.....»»
Study indicates interstitial Cu reduces the defect density in matrix and suppresses the donor-like effect
Due to the capacity to directly and reversibly convert heat into electricity, thermoelectric (TE) material has potential applications in solid-state heat pumping and exhaust heat recuperation, thus attracting worldwide attention. Bi2Te3 stands out fo.....»»
Opinon: Conservation areas stand between needs of local communities and preserving natural resources
For centuries the Makuleke community lived in the northeastern corner of South Africa, close to the modern-day border between Zimbabwe and Mozambique. But by the beginning of the 20th century, the squeeze on a disenfranchised community had begun, as.....»»
Omnidirectional color wavelength tuning method unlocks new possibilities for smart photonics
In the rapidly evolving field of photonics, an advancement has emerged from Korea, redefining the possibilities of structural color manipulation. Scientists have developed a pioneering technology capable of omnidirectional wavelength tuning, which pr.....»»
New polystyrene recycling process could be world"s first to be both economical and energy-efficient
Engineers have modeled a new way to recycle polystyrene that could become the first viable way of making the material reusable. The chemical method identified to tackle hard-to-recycle packaging material, cutting landfill waste.....»»
New insights into the degradation dynamics of organic material in the seafloor
The long-term deposition of organic material in sediments on the ocean floor is a key process in the global carbon cycle. The question of whether, from a chemical perspective, the deposited material is more similar to marine algae or the microorganis.....»»
A metal-free organic framework for electrocatalytic production of ethylene from carbon dioxide
Use of the greenhouse gas CO2 as a chemical raw material would not only reduce emissions, but also the consumption of fossil feedstocks. A novel metal-free organic framework could make it possible to electrocatalytically produce ethylene, a primary c.....»»
Using wobbling stellar material, astronomers measure the spin of a supermassive black hole for the first time
Astronomers at MIT, NASA, and elsewhere have a new way to measure how fast a black hole spins, by using the wobbly aftermath from its stellar feasting......»»
New rocket on course for maiden flight this summer
Europe has been without a heavy-lift rocket since the Ariane 5's final flight in July 2023, so the ESA is keen to start testing the Ariane 6......»»
Brand new rocket on course for maiden flight this summer
Europe has been without a heavy-lift rocket since the Ariane 5's final flight in July 2023, so the ESA is keen to start testing the Ariane 6......»»
Does the M4 iPad Pro have a mysterious sensor in the rear camera? Here’s the answer
Apple this month announced a , which comes with the M4 chip and a slimmer design. However, the company has quietly removed the ultra-wide lens from the rear camera, returning to a single wide lens and LiDAR scanner. But some customers have noticed an.....»»
Non-invasive zaps to the spinal cord can treat paralysis—but no one knows why
The benefits may seem small, but they can make a world of difference, patients say. Enlarge / Trial participant Sherown Campbell manipulating a Rubik's Cube. (credit: UP-LIFT Trial) With a zap of electricity from well-p.....»»
Ford is using factory AI to lift quality control results
Ford is feeling the heat from Wall Street to reduce defects and the costly recalls they often incur. Last year, Ford paid $1.9 billion in warranty costs......»»
"Dusty" archives inspire new story about 1886 Charleston earthquake
Late on August 31, 1886, while many people were asleep, a large quake rocked Charleston, South Carolina, and the surrounding region, toppling buildings, buckling railroad tracks, and causing sand to "boil" or bubble from liquefaction. By the time the.....»»
Researchers say economies in South China and Indochina set to suffer under precipitation extremes
Not a week seems to go by without news somewhere in the world of a disastrous flood, drought, wildfire, or some other kind of extreme climatic event. In Asia, the region of South China and Indochina (INCSC) is no exception......»»
Deaf and hard-of-hearing students need more support from their universities: South Africa study
Adjusting to university life tends to be tough no matter who you are. But what happens when deafness makes the usual demands even more difficult? Deaf students or those who are hard of hearing need extra accessibility measures to ensure they're able.....»»
Improving the effectiveness of earthquake early warning systems
Mobile phones have become invaluable for receiving emergency alerts such as weather warnings, evacuation notices and notifications about missing persons. In Japan, where earthquakes are frequent, they are vital for delivering earthquake warnings and.....»»
Tap to Pay on iPhone continues rollout, reaching Japan
Apple is continuing the rollout of Tap to Pay on iPhone, with Japan the latest country to allow small businesses to accept contactless payment without the need for a card terminal. In addition to expanding into more countries, we’ve also seen in.....»»
Just buy a new iPad Pro? Here are 10 accessories to upgrade the experience
It’s a great time to be an iPad Pro user. The newest iPad Pro model comes equipped with Apple’s most advanced chip ever, the M4, plus its best display in the Ultra Retina XDR, not to mention a thinner, lighter industrial design, and more. The.....»»
DTK Mac mini scrapped by Apple is successfully repaired by collector
Back in 2020, Apple offered selected developers a custom DTK Mac mini with the A12Z Bionic chip inside, so that they could develop apps for the Apple Silicon platform. After the official launch of the M1 Macs, developers had to return their DTK Mac m.....»»