Palladium-based metallic glass with high thrombogenic resistance
Advancements in the design of medical devices have greatly improved patient survival rates, but currently employed metals, which are mostly based on crystalline titanium, still provoke a thrombosis response upon contact with blood, with potentially l.....»»
Study finds individuals less likely to evaluate peers negatively if facing evaluation themselves
New research from ESMT Berlin finds that individuals strategically select the colleagues they evaluate, and the evaluation they give, based on how they want to be perceived. The research was published in the journal Organization Science......»»
Parents of the year: Scavenging raptors demonstrate high level of collaboration in raising chicks
Let's face it, scavengers have a bad reputation. However, according to a new paper published in the Journal of Raptor Research, pairs of scavenging falcons called Chimango caracaras (Milvago chimango) demonstrate an endearing level of collaboration w.....»»
Toyota"s Tesla-fighting future factory is EV-making tour de force
Toyota is plotting a massive manufacturing overhaul for the electric vehicle era to make its next-gen EVs low cost, lightweight and high tech......»»
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV’s great range comes at a high cost
At $94,500, the Chevrolet Silverado RST First Edition offers diminishing returns. Enlarge / Chevrolet is starting at the top with the Silverado EV RST First Edition. It's betting that EV truck buyers want a lot of range and towin.....»»
Nvidia ARM laptops may be in the works, and that could change everything
Nvidia is reportedly working on its own version of an ARM-based CPU which could make a debut next year......»»
What is Apple TV+? Price, devices, features, how to get it, and more
Apple TV+ isn't a household name like Netflix or Hulu, but high-quality, star-studded content makes it worth knowing about. Here's everything you need to know......»»
Uncovering new details on antibiotic resistance from 1940s milk samples
Sometime in the 1940s or so, someone in what is now the Department of Pathobiology and Veterinary Science got a lyophilizer, a piece of equipment that freeze-dries samples, says Director of the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (CV.....»»
Study enhances plasticity of spontaneous coagulation cast oxide ceramic green bodies
Spontaneous coagulation casting (SCC), a new type of colloidal forming process, has garnered significant attention since 2011 due to various advantages of a high bulk density and non-toxicity, as well as the ability to achieve dispersion and coagulat.....»»
Improving MgH₂ hydrogen storage with oxygen vacancy-enriched H-V₂O₅ nanosheets as an active H-pump
With the depletion of fossil fuels and global warming, there is an urgent need to seek green, clean, and efficient energy resources. Against this backdrop, hydrogen is considered a potential candidate for replacing fossil fuels due to its high energy.....»»
Leading Women speakers advise advocating, networking, transparency
Advocating for solutions to biased-based workplace barriers will help women get ahead, Katie O'Malley, founder of (en)Courage Coaching, said at the Automotive News Leading Women Conference......»»
A diaspora-based model of human migration
How do migrants choose their destinations? Existing models, known as "gravity models," use population size and travel distance as explanatory variables—and often fail, especially at the neighborhood scale. Many migrants prefer to move to a location.....»»
Machine learning accelerates discovery of high-performance metal oxide catalysts
Researchers have harnessed the power of artificial intelligence to significantly advance the discovery and optimization of multicomponent metal oxide electrocatalysts for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR)......»»
Sustainable, high-performance paper coating material could reduce microplastic pollution
Plastic pollution presents a global challenge that must be solved. In particular, packaging accounts for 30–50% of the total plastic consumption. While paper packaging is eco-friendly, it lacks crucial functionalities like moisture resistance and s.....»»
Escaped GMO canola plants persist long-term, but may be losing their engineered resistance to pesticides
Populations of canola plants genetically engineered to be resistant to herbicides can survive outside of farms, but may be gradually losing their engineered genes, reports a new study led by Cynthia Sagers of Arizona State University, US, published M.....»»
Study investigates extreme precipitation events across diverse regions of the Tibetan Plateau
Researchers have identified three distinct spatial types for summer extreme precipitation on the Tibetan Plateau: Northwest, Southeast, and Southern Himalayas types based on predefined thresholds for extreme precipitation. The study is published in t.....»»
Climate damage and nature loss are unfairly distributed—and so are the solutions, says researcher
In the fight for a livable planet, we desperately need a fairer distribution of wealth and equal rights for all, argues anthropology professor Marja Spierenburg. She says, "That will also generate broad-based support for sustainable development.".....»»
Democratizing air quality data at nearly no cost
Due to the high cost of air quality monitors, many countries don't have the tools in place to regularly monitor pollutants. Without routine measurements, policymakers cannot make evidence-based policy decisions to reduce fine particulate matter (PM2......»»
Automotive News Leading Women advise advocating, networking, transparency
Advocating for solutions to biased-based workplace barriers will help women get ahead, Katie O'Malley, founder of (en)Courage Coaching, said at the Automotive News Leading Women Conference......»»
Lamborghini recalls $200,000 SUVs to fix hoods that may fly open
Supercar maker Lamborghini is recalling 2,133 of its high-priced sport utility vehicles in the U.S. over risk that their hoods may fly open when raced around......»»
Scientists develop new battery-free lactic acid sensor
Scientists at Bath, have introduced a breakthrough carbon-based sensor for detecting lactic acid levels in saliva—avoiding the need for an electrical power source......»»