Molybdenene—the "metallic" relative of graphene
Two-dimensional materials like graphene show fascinating properties such as superconductivity, extraordinary strength and exotic quantum phenomena. Scientists at Forschungszentrum Jülich, together with partners from the Indian Institute of Technolog.....»»
Superconductivity in high-Tc cuprates: "From maximal to minimal dissipation"—a new paradigm?
Researchers from the University of Bristol's School of Physics used some of Europe's strongest continuous magnetic fields to uncover evidence of exotic charge carriers in the metallic state of copper-oxide high-temperature superconductors (high-Tc cu.....»»
Why Canadian dads are more involved in raising their kids than American fathers
Thirty-five years ago, Canadian and American dads were doing a similar amount of child rearing, relative to mothers. Surveys from the mid 1980s showed that Canadian men spent 38% of the time that Canadian women spent on child care, and American men s.....»»
Genealogists say Leonardo da Vinci has 14 living relatives
The Renaissance artist and scientist's youngest living relative is 1 year old. Enlarge / Analysis of the reputed self-portrait drawing by Leonardo da Vinci (~1515, Biblioteca Reale, Turin). (credit: C. Tyler/Saiko, Creative Commons) A recently.....»»
A new repulsion model for graphene catalysts
A new mathematical model helps predict the tiny changes in carbon-based materials that could yield interesting properties......»»
Klipsch’s first Dolby Atmos soundbar brings 1,200 watts of power
Klipsch may be a relative latecomer to the Dolby Atmos soundbar club, but it appears to be making up for lost time with two very potent new models......»»
Fossil rodent teeth add North American twist to Caribbean mammals" origin story
Two fossil teeth from a distant relative of North American gophers have scientists rethinking how some mammals reached the Caribbean Islands......»»
New mechanism of superconductivity discovered in graphene
Superconductivity is a physical phenomenon where the electrical resistance of a material drops to zero under a certain critical temperature. Bardeen-Cooper-Schrieffer (BCS) theory is a well-established explanation that describes superconductivity in.....»»
Developing lactose-free milk with graphene oxide based nano filtration membranes
Over the past years, graphene oxide membranes have been mainly studied for water desalination and dye separation. However, membranes have a wide range of applications, such as within the food industry. A research group led by Aaron Morelos-Gomez of S.....»»
A Graphene ‘Camera’ Images the Activity of Living Heart Cells
Using a novel device made from carbon atoms and a laser, researchers captured real-time electrical signals from muscle tissue......»»
Unlocking radiation-free quantum technology with graphene
"Heavy fermions" are an appealing theoretical way to produce quantum entangled phenomena, but until recently have been observed mostly in dangerously radioactive compounds. A new paper in Physical Review Letters has shown it is possible to make heavy.....»»
Scientists synthesize 3D graphene films with high-energy E-beam
Recently, Prof. Wang Zhenyang's research group from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) has prepared macroscopic thick three-dimensional (3D) porous graphene films......»»
Stress-free path to stress-free metallic films paves the way for next-gen circuitry
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have used high power impulse magnetron scattering (HiPIMS) to create thin films of tungsten with unprecedentedly low levels of film stress. By optimizing the timing of a substrate bias pulse with microse.....»»
Graphene for the protection of paintings: paving the way for novel methods in art preservation and restoration
The exposure of colors used in artworks to ultraviolet (UV) and visible light in the presence of oxidizing agents triggers color degradation, fading and yellowing. These degradation mechanisms can lead to irreversible alteration of artworks. Protect.....»»
Why does Mercury have such a big iron core? Magnetism!
A new study disputes the prevailing hypothesis on why Mercury has a big core relative to its mantle (the layer between a planet's core and crust). For decades, scientists argued that hit-and-run collisions with other bodies during the formation of ou.....»»
Graphene additive manufacturing for flexible and printable electronics
Research led by Kansas State University's Suprem Das, assistant professor of industrial and manufacturing systems engineering, in collaboration with Christopher Sorensen, university distinguished professor of physics, shows potential ways to manufact.....»»
Google and Microsoft agree to start suing each other again
The tech giants end five years of quietly settling their differences. Enlarge (credit: Halil Sagirkaya / Anadolu Agency) After years of relative calm, Google and Microsoft are tossing out their ceasefire, a move that—perhaps ironically—cou.....»»
Searching 230-Million-Year-Old Poop, Scientists Find a New Beetle
A new species emerged from three-dimensional x-rays of droppings left by a close dinosaur relative -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
New beetle species found pristinely preserved in fossilized dropping of dinosaur ancestor
Fossilized feces are common finds at paleontological dig sites and might actually contain hidden treasures. By scanning fossilized dung assigned to a close dinosaur relative from the Triassic period, scientists discovered a 230-million-year-old beetl.....»»
Stretching changes the electronic properties of graphene
The electronic properties of graphene can be specifically modified by stretching the material evenly, say researchers at the University of Basel. These results open the door to the development of new types of electronic components......»»
Smart transfer rules can strengthen EU climate policy
"Fit for 55": under this heading, the EU Commission will specify the implementation of the European Green Deal on 14 July. This refers to the more ambitious climate policy announced, with 55 instead of 40 percent emission reduction by 2030 (relative.....»»