New insight into unconventional superconductivity
The kagome pattern, a network of corner-sharing triangles, is well known amongst traditional Japanese basket weavers—and condensed matter physicists. The unusual geometry of metal atoms in the kagome lattice and resulting electron behavior makes it.....»»
Unveiling a gap-free genome in rapeseed for enhanced agricultural insight and breeding
Allopolyploid oilseed rape (Brassica napus) plays a critical role in global agriculture, serving not only as a major oil crop but also as a nutritious vegetable and ornamental plant. Despite its importance, the current reference genomes, including th.....»»
Scientists mix and match properties to make new superconductor with chiral structure
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have created a new superconductor with a chiral crystalline structure by mixing two materials, one with superconductivity but no chirality, another with chirality but no superconductivity......»»
Fruit flies give further insight into evolution of male genitalia driven by sexual selection
Fruit flies have provided scientists with new insight into the genetic basis for the rapid evolution of male external genitalia driven by sexual selection......»»
High harmonic spectroscopy retrieves electronic structure of high-pressure superconductors
High pressure has revealed surprising physics and created novel states in condensed matter. Exciting examples include near room temperature superconductivity (Tc > 200 K) in high-pressure hydrides such as H3S and LaH10......»»
Team shows how uranium ditelluride continues superconducting even in high magnetic fields
Superconductivity is well understood in so-called "conventional" superconductors. More recent, however, are unconventional superconductors, and it is as yet unclear how they work......»»
Unveiling and decoding the regulatory mechanisms of secondary cell wall formation
Wood quality is primarily determined by the properties of its secondary cell wall (SCW). Gaining insight into the molecular processes governing SCW development is crucial for the genetic enhancement of wood quality. Although it's established that a m.....»»
We"re heading for Venus: ESA approves EnVision
ESA's next mission to Venus was officially "adopted" today by the Agency's Science Program Committee. EnVision will study Venus from its inner core to its outer atmosphere, giving important new insight into the planet's history, geological activity a.....»»
Snake venom research has broad implications for bite treatment
Studying how rattlesnakes regulate their venom gives us important insight into how their genes are controlled. It also highlights the challenges in treating snakebites, according to new research in the journal Genome Biology and Evolution......»»
An unconventional yeast increases the quality of carbonic maceration wine, rosé wine and orange wine
Carbonic maceration wines are increasingly in demand on the market. They are young red wines in which floral and fresh fruit aromas predominate and they must be consumed within the first year. The best-known example is Beaujolais nouveau in France, b.....»»
Fungal infections affect pine trees" ability to ward off mountain pine beetles
University of Alberta research provides new insight into how harmful fungal infections could affect the ability of lodgepole pines to defend themselves from deadly mountain pine beetle attacks......»»
This puzzling PC game needs to be on your radar this February
Open-world puzzle game Islands of Insight is coming in February, and we're already enjoying its unique approach to the genre......»»
Extreme Architect: Work, Salaries, Jobs, Education and Ethics
Extreme architects are professionals who push the boundaries of traditional design to create structures that withstand extreme conditions such as harsh climates, rugged terrains, and unconventional landscapes. They specialize in projects like high-al.....»»
Review: I spent 2 months exclusively using Arc’s minimalist iPhone 15 Pro aluminum bumper case
For the past two months, I have been using one of the most unconventional cases on the market for my iPhone 15 Pro. Well, if you can call all of the minimalism that is the Arc Pulse a case, that is. This aluminum bumper has been one of my favorite ac.....»»
Organizations in crises may benefit from jazz ensemble model
Organizational leaders may benefit from operating more like a jazz ensemble during crises in order to utilize their resources in unconventional ways, according to new research from Rice University......»»
What time is the UFC fight tonight? Full UFC 297 schedule
Keen to watch the UFC 297 card tonight? We've got the full schedule here along with insight on how to watch online......»»
New technique provides insight into how proteins involved in cellular processes communicate via extracellular vesicles
One way that cells communicate with one another is through the secretion and uptake of extracellular vesicles (EVs). EVs convey a multitude of cargoes, including proteins, lipids and nucleic acids. Their uptake affects the function of recipient cells.....»»
EV sales growth slowdown causes headaches for suppliers
For suppliers that depend upon stable production and insight into automakers' product plans to remain profitable, delays in EV launches could prove to be costly......»»
Making a superconductor liquid–solid out of the vacuum with hundred-exatesla-strong magnetic fields
The discovery of superconductivity more than a century ago has significantly changed our world......»»
Study probes unexplored combination of three chemical elements for superconductivity
Skoltech researchers and their colleagues from MIPT and China's Center for High Pressure Science and Technology Advanced Research have computationally explored the stability of the bizarre compounds of hydrogen, lanthanum, and magnesium that exist at.....»»
Can technology clean up our air? An atmospheric scientist got a glimpse of the future
Every few years I visit CES (formerly the Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas, a goliath event that is equal parts shameless spin and publicity, trade show and business conference. I'm an atmospheric scientist, and I want to get some insight into.....»»