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Moving toward fair and sustainable futures beyond mining

Mining brings huge social and environmental change to communities: landscapes, livelihoods and social fabric evolve alongside the industry. But what happens when the mines close? What problems face communities that lose their main employer and the ve.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgOct 2nd, 2023

Amazon’s Mass Effect TV series is actually going to be made

The pedigree of the producers and writers involved is cause for concern, though. Confirming previous rumors, Variety reports that Amazon will be moving ahead with producing a TV s.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 8th, 2024

A green, scalable synthesis approach addresses the challenges of semiconductor-based photocatalysis

Solar-driven photocatalytic water splitting offers a sustainable route for hydrogen production. Researchers have explored various semiconductors, but challenges like bandgap limitations and carrier recombination persist......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Thousands told to flee wildfire near Los Angeles

Thousands of people were urged to flee an out-of-control wildfire burning around communities near Los Angeles on Thursday, with dozens of homes already lost to the fast-moving flames......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

New giant particle collider "right option for science": Next CERN chief

The next head of Europe's CERN physics laboratory said Thursday that he favored moving forward with plans for a giant particle collider far more powerful than the collider that discovered the famous "God particle"......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Australians who think inequality is high have less faith in democratic institutions, according to study

Central to Australia's cultural and political identity is the notion of a "fair go." But recent elections, including in the United States, have highlighted the challenge of maintaining shared norms and support for institutions when many voters don't.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Best Marvel movies in MCU’s Phase Four, ranked

Many consider Phase Four of the MCU a low point, but its fair to remind audiences that it had great Marvel films like Shang-Chi and Spider-Man: No Way Home......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Apple Stores in three U.S. cities will change locations on November 9

Apple Stores in three U.S. cities will move to new temporary locations on November 9, possibly due to renovations. Here's what you need to know.Apple's La Encantada store is moving to a new location. Image Credit: Apple.On Tuesday, Apple announced th.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Sustainable hydrophobic cellulose shows potential for replacing petroleum-related products

A recent study has aimed to create hydrophobic paper by exploiting the mechanical properties and water resistance of cellulose nanofibers, and so produce a sustainable, high-performance material suitable for packaging and biomedical devices. This inv.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Africa"s cities are growing chaotically fast, but there"s still time to get things right, say experts

Cities are vital engines of economic growth, innovation and social progress. They shape the futures of nations and the lives of millions......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Cracking the code to copper"s fiery origins

An international study, including researchers from The University of Western Australia, has unveiled new pathways to future copper deposits by cracking the code to the metal's origins, a discovery that could reshape the future of copper mining and he.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Enzyme engineering has the potential to drive more sustainable and efficient drug manufacturing

Researchers have found a new way to use biocatalysis to improve the production of critical raw materials required for essential drugs, making the process quicker, more efficient, and environmentally friendly. Biocatalysis is a process that uses enzym.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Australia needs a bold national bushfire strategy, researcher says

Australia's escalating bushfire crisis calls for an urgent, comprehensive national reset, according to a new report, "Pathways for Sustainable Coexistence with Wildfires.".....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Scientists identify chemical properties of superheavy elements moscovium and nihonium

An international team led by scientists of GSI/FAIR in Darmstadt, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and the Helmholtz Institute Mainz, succeeded in determining the chemical properties of the artificially produced superheavy elements moscovium and n.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Research highlights biofortification"s role in tackling malnutrition

A series of research papers and a free online data dashboard seek to boost the use of biofortification—an affordable, sustainable and climate-smart way to address global malnutrition by increasing the concentrations of essential nutrients in staple.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Despite democracy concerns, researchers find Americans very interested in election

A nationally representative survey of U.S. adults finds a public highly attuned to the 2024 election campaign. Researchers at the University of South Florida's Center for Sustainable Democracy, in partnership with researchers at Rutgers University, t.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Scientists tackle farm nutrient pollution with sustainable, affordable designer biochar pellets

What if farmers could not only prevent excess phosphorus from polluting downstream waterways, but also recycle that nutrient as a slow-release fertilizer, all without spending a lot of money? In a first-of-its-kind field study, University of Illinois.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Cobalt-copper tandem system offers sustainable approach for converting carbon dioxide to ethanol

The continuing release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere is a major driver of global warming and climate change with increased extreme weather events. Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) have now presented a method for effect.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Study highlights microalgae as sustainable ingredients for food and pharmaceutical applications

Microalgae are gaining recognition as sustainable, nutrient-rich sources of bioactive compounds, including proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates, which are essential for various food and health-related applications......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Cheaper Vision Pro may be delayed until 2027 or later

It’s probably not fair to say that Apple’s Vision Pro has been a disappointment sales-wise. After all, the device is prohibitively expensive for most consumers. … The post Cheaper Vision Pro may be delayed until 2027 or later appeared first.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  bgrRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

10 of Hallmark’s best Christmas movies are now streaming on Netflix

We’re just hours removed from trick-or-treating and Halloween costume parties, but that hasn’t stopped Netflix from moving full speed ahead to Christmas. On November 1st, … The post 10 of Hallmark’s best Christmas movies are n.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  bgrRelated NewsNov 2nd, 2024