New phase for synthetic aperture microscopy
Microscopy is an essential tool in multiple research fields and industries, such as biology, medicine, materials science, and quality control, to name a few. Although many microscopy techniques exist, each has pros and cons, mostly in terms of spatia.....»»
Team examines importance of zeolite in catalysts for syngas conversion
The fuels used today depend heavily on petroleum. As the demand grows, scientists are looking for ways to produce fuels that do not require petroleum. A research team set out to examine the role of zeolites in the conversion of synthetic gas to fuels.....»»
Researchers create formula for first synthetic sugarcane molasses with fully reproducible composition
Molasses, a broad term used to describe concentrated sugarcane or sugarbeet juice solutions after removal of sucrose crystals, are an industrial byproduct of the raw sugar production process. Natural molasses have variable compositions that are not e.....»»
Conversion of biomass-derived carbohydrates to renewable N-heterocycles via spontaneous cascade reactions
Research published in the journal National Science Open discloses a novel synthetic approach for sustainable manufacturing of valuable quinoxalines, a type of N-heterocycle chemicals widely used in food, dye and pharmaceutical industries, directly fr.....»»
Team develops key improvement to cryo-electron microscopy
The scientists who received the 2017 Nobel Prize in chemistry were honored for their development of a technique called cryo-electron microscopy, or cryo-EM. The technology was revolutionary because it enabled scientists to see the atomic structure of.....»»
Genetically engineering associations between plants and diazotrophs could lessen dependence on synthetic fertilizer
Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for plant growth, but the overuse of synthetic nitrogen fertilizers in agriculture is not sustainable......»»
Making contact: Researchers wire up individual graphene nanoribbons
Researchers have developed a method of "wiring up" graphene nanoribbons (GNRs), a class of one-dimensional materials that are of interest in the scaling of microelectronic devices. Using a direct-write scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) based proces.....»»
Synthetic biology tool comprehensively reveals gene regulatory networks in E. coli
The intricate interplay of gene expression within living cells is akin to a well-orchestrated symphony, with each gene playing its part in perfect harmony to ensure cells function as they should. At the heart of this symphony are transcription factor.....»»
Global guidelines to improve the quality of microscopy images in scientific publications
As part of a global initiative, researchers have drawn up guidelines for the publication of microscopy images in scientific outlets. The criteria, summarized in the form of checklists, form the basis for ensuring that published bioimaging data in the.....»»
Portable device instantly detects illegal drugs with 95% accuracy
An ultraportable, low-cost device invented by researchers at the University of Bath proves highly successful at detecting synthetic cannabinoids (SCs, e.g. "Spice," K2)......»»
Synthetic graphite for EV batteries: Can the West crack China"s code?
New investments in the United States and Europe aim to challenge China’s stranglehold on a key ingredient used in most electric vehicle batteries – graphite – but industry experts said that will be an uphill battle......»»
Apple killing off plastic packaging by the end of 2024
Apple's commitment to environmental impacts takes a bold new stand with a claim the tech giant will phase out all plastic packaging by the end of 2024, and the slow removal of leather products.Apple 2030's goal of carbon-neutral devices. By 2030, App.....»»
Hydration matters: The interaction patterns of water and oxide crystals revealed
In a study recently published in the journal Nanoscale, researchers from Kanazawa University and AGC Inc. use three-dimensional atomic force microscopy to study the hydrated form and structure of commonly occurring oxide crystals......»»
Google to require disclosures of AI content in political ads
Starting in November, Google will require political advertisements to prominently disclose when they feature synthetic content — such as images generated by artificial intelligence — the tech giant announced this week......»»
Google"s Playables service is now in testing for some YouTube users
Google's new Playables game service is now in its testing phase for a select few users on YouTube......»»
Researchers define protocol for high-resolution imaging of living cells using atomic force microscopy
Images of nanoscale structures inside living cells are in increasing demand for the insights into cellular structure and function that they can reveal. So far, the tools for capturing such images have been limited, but researchers led by Takeshi Fuku.....»»
Researchers examine emission factors for nitrous oxide from synthetic and organic fertilizers
In a collaboration led by Aarhus University, researchers have measured nitrous oxide emissions during two years at four different locations in Denmark, where representative crop rotations had been established to provide a realistic context for the me.....»»
Rocket Report: Firefly enters “hot standby phase”; SpaceX’s superfluity of fairings
"What we found out is that fairings float pretty well." Enlarge / SpaceX's Super Heavy rocket performs a second static fire test in late August, in South Texas. (credit: SpaceX) Welcome to Edition 6.09 of the Rocket Repo.....»»
iPhone 15 cases may be synthetic leather, but these "FineWoven" cases probably aren"t it
If Apple switches from real to synthetic leather for iPhone 15 cases, they're going to do it with more care than these likely fakes.Likely counterfeit Apple iPhone 15 casesLeaker DuanRui was the first to claim that Apple will no longer be making leat.....»»
Researchers demonstrate direct formation of sulfuric acid in the atmosphere without SO2
In the atmosphere, gaseous sulfuric acid can form particles that influence the physical properties of clouds. Thus, the formation of sulfuric acid in the gas phase directly affects the radiative forcing and Earth's climate......»»
Advanced GC-MS detection enables metabolomics analysis in model animals
A research team led by Prof. Chu Yannan at the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences applied the untargeted analytical method of headspace solid-phase microextraction-gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (HS-SPME-GC-.....»»