Neural networks unlock potential of high-entropy carbonitrides in extreme environments
The melting point is one of the most important measurements of material properties, which informs potential applications of materials in various fields. Experimental measurement of the melting point is complex and expensive, but computational methods.....»»
Vortex electric field discovery could impact quantum computing
A new vortex electric field with the potential to enhance future electronic, magnetic and optical devices has been observed by researchers from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) and local partners......»»
Election results show potential of prediction markets and blockchain, economist says
A prediction market was more accurate in forecasting the 2024 presidential election than traditional polls and pundits. Prediction markets, also known as betting markets, are where contracts that are contingent on the occurrence of events in the futu.....»»
In vivo electrochemistry could provide early detection of high-altitude hypoxic brain injury
People who climb too fast or too high risk acute altitude sickness, which can lead to life-threatening hypoxic brain injury. By using in vivo electrochemistry, researchers have demonstrated that characteristic changes occur in the oxygen content of v.....»»
In at least one leading company, foreign-born talents are paid less
In the national debate over legal immigration, the H-1B visa program has acquired a special significance. Immigration skeptics contend that the program—reserved for high-skilled foreign nationals working in tech and other lucrative industries—mig.....»»
High heat is preferentially killing the young, not the old, research finds
Many recent studies assume that elderly people are at particular risk of dying from extreme heat as the planet warms. A new study of mortality in Mexico turns this assumption on its head: it shows that 75% of heat-related deaths are occurring among p.....»»
Lawsuit complaining about Apple"s free 5GB iCloud plan is dismissed
A potential class-action lawsuit alleging that Apple tricked users into having to pay for iCloud is probably now completely dead, having lost an appeal before the Ninth Circuit.Judges have not said Apple's 5GB free iCloud space is good or bad, the pl.....»»
NASA flights map critical minerals from skies above western US
On a crystal-clear afternoon above a desert ghost town, a NASA aircraft scoured the ground for minerals. The plane, a high-altitude ER-2 research aircraft, had taken off early that morning from NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, Cali.....»»
Europe"s native oyster ecosystems have "collapsed," scientists say
European native oyster ecosystems have been classified as a "collapsed" species, after an assessment of historical and ecological data revealed it has faced extreme decimation......»»
Analysis method reveals unknown chemicals in human serum samples
In the past, chemicals like asbestos and lead caused widespread harm before their dangers were fully understood. Today, many unknown chemicals similarly pose potential risks. Recently, Chiba University researchers developed a new analysis method for.....»»
Method enhances solubility of pea protein for use in food and beverages
Research conducted at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in São Paulo state, Brazil, shows that heat treatment of pea protein and addition of guarana extract result in a compound with significant potential to be used as an ingredient of plan.....»»
Study: Warming has accelerated due to the Earth absorbing more sunlight
If it's a trend, then future warming will be at the high end of estimates. 2023 was always going to be a hot year, given that warmer El Niño conditions were superimposed on the l.....»»
iOS 18.2 expands AirPods Pro 2 hearing aid and testing features to more countries
gained hearing aid capabilities with iOS 18.1, which was released to the public in October. Users can run a test to detect potential hearing loss and then use the results to adjust their own AirPods so that they function as hearing aids. With iOS.....»»
Experiments show coating rice seedling with nanoscale carbon dots from durian helps rice plants thrive in salty soil
Extreme weather and pollution have increased the salt content in some soil, making growing conditions harsh for salt-sensitive crops like rice. Now, researchers reporting in ACS Nano detail a possible solution that doesn't require genetic modificatio.....»»
Scientists identify mutation that could facilitate H5N1 bird flu virus infection and potential transmission in humans
Avian influenza viruses typically require several mutations to adapt and spread among humans, but what happens when just one change can increase the risk of becoming a pandemic virus?.....»»
On climate change, the international court of justice faces a pivotal choice
What legal obligations do states have to fight climate change? Should high-emitting countries be held responsible for the harm they've caused? And should states safeguard the climate for future generations?.....»»
Proposed wastewater release into Cape Cod Bay likely to remain for at least one month, study finds
Scientists at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) investigating the pathways of the proposed wastewater discharge from the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS) find it has a high probability of remaining in Cape Cod Bay for at least one m.....»»
Study investigating climate change models suggests impact studies should include high-sensitivity climate models
High-sensitivity climate models should not be excluded when projecting future regional climate impacts because the level of warming measured globally is not always the only good indicator of regional changes, a new study suggests......»»
Longitudinal study reveals ethnic studies boosts critical thinking, equity awareness in high school students
High school students enrolled in ethnic studies develop the ability to think analytically about the causes of social inequalities, a University of Michigan study suggests......»»
Hybrid statistical technique for predicting extreme weather events in South Florida
An innovative technique for predicting extreme weather events in South Florida has emerged from researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering. The innovation specifically addresses the challenges of forecasting extreme heat and heavy rainfall......»»
"Scary" drought empties one of Bosnia"s largest lakes
Staring across what was once one of Bosnia's largest expanses of water, all that Saliha Kuljanin can see is boats left high and dry after months of drought emptied Lake Jablanicko......»»