Reaching superconductivity layer by layer
Imagine a sheet of material just one layer of atoms thick—less than a millionth of a millimeter. While this may sound fantastical, such a material exists: it is called graphene and it is made from carbon atoms in a honeycomb arrangement. First synt.....»»
Nano-thin "liquid-like" coatings may pave the way for a "self-cleaning" world
University of Sydney researchers have observed oil molecules retaining their 'liquid-like' properties when they are chemically attached as an extremely thin layer to solid surfaces, opening new possibilities for designing sustainable materials with n.....»»
Microplastic pollution: New device uses wood dust to trap up to 99.9% of microplastics in water
Could plants be the answer to the looming threat of microplastic pollution? Scientists at UBC's BioProducts Institute found that if you add tannins—natural plant compounds that make your mouth pucker if you bite into an unripe fruit—to a layer of.....»»
Maui truthers are so dumb they’re using a Falcon 9 photo as wildfire evidence
You can always count on conspiracy theorists to make a tragedy worse. Enlarge / Typically a marine layer shrouds launches from here in fog or clouds. (credit: SpaceX) I noticed an uptick in traffic to an old SpaceX news.....»»
WhatsApp working to implement new security layer with passkey
If you’re a WhatsApp user, there are different ways to protect your account – such as using a traditional password and two-factor authentication. And soon, users will have another option to secure their account, as WhatsApp has been working to im.....»»
Arctic monitoring program plays vital role in global pollution reduction efforts
Historically, the Arctic was considered a pristine region, but scientific research spanning the last three decades has revealed the harsh reality of long-range transported pollutants reaching the Arctic from different corners of the world. In respons.....»»
A single gene and a unique layer of regulation opens the door for novel plant-fungi interactions
Soil fungi known as ectomycorrhizae (ECM) can penetrate plant roots and provide water and nutrients to host plants in exchange for sugar. This symbiotic relationship benefits the plant, increasing its growth. To benefit from these fungi while protect.....»»
Advancing 2D materials: Achieving the goal with UV-assisted atomic layer deposition
In 2004, the public first became acquainted with graphene- a remarkably thin, flexible, and electrically conductive material possessing considerable strength. However, harnessing graphene's potential as a component has presented numerous challenges......»»
Physicists open new path to an exotic form of superconductivity
Physicists have identified a mechanism for the formation of oscillating superconductivity known as pair-density waves. Physical Review Letters published the discovery, which provides new insight into an unconventional, high-temperature superconductiv.....»»
Experiments identify important new role of chemical compounds in plant development
Researchers who manipulate lignin, a molecular fiber that allows plants to grow tall and transport water, unexpectedly discovered its synthesis has more far-reaching effects on plant development than previously suspected......»»
Apple"s valuation will fall to less than $3 trillion for the worst reasons
If the current stock price holds until opening, and it is likely to, Apple will fall below the $3 trillion valuation after reaching it in the last hours of June, because more than half of the firms giving advice to investors don't know enough about t.....»»
Researchers may have solved the "mirror twins" defect plaguing the next generation of 2D semiconductors
The next generation of 2D semiconductor materials doesn't like what it sees when it looks in the mirror. Current synthesizing approaches to make single-layer nanosheets of semiconducting material for atomically thin electronics develop a peculiar "mi.....»»
Ocean skin helps regulate ocean carbon uptake, study finds
At less than one millimeter thick, the ocean skin—the ocean's uppermost layer—plays an outsized role in marine processes, orchestrating heat and chemical exchange between the sea and sky via diffusion. The water of the skin is cooler by about 0.2.....»»
Mutation accessibility fuels influenza evolution
The influenza (flu) virus is constantly undergoing a process of evolution and adaptation through acquiring new mutations. Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have added a new layer of understanding to explain why and how flu viruses c.....»»
Viral New Superconductivity Claims Leave Many Scientists Skeptical
Researchers say they have discovered a new room-temperature ambient-pressure superconductor, but many scientists are unconvinced.....»»
Enterprises should layer-up security to avoid legal repercussions
The role of CISO these days requires a strong moral compass: You have to be the one speaking up for the protection of customer data and be ready to handle uncomfortable situations such as pressure to downplay an actual breach. Do we admit that a data.....»»
T-Mobile launches 3.3Gbps 5G SA speeds thanks to four-carrier aggregation
T-Mobile has been busy working on its carrier aggregation tech over the last few years that’s bringing gigabit speeds to customers around the US. Now the latest advancement is rolling out with 5G SA speeds reaching up to 3.3Gbps. more… The post.....»»
Researchers achieve water-assisted strong underwater adhesion
As the interfacial water layer hinders the formation of interfacial contacts and intermolecular interactions between the adhesive and the substrate, in almost all cases of underwater adhesion, water molecules typically act as a destroyer, resulting i.....»»
Sahara dust can enhance removal of methane, study finds
A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences explores the effects of Saharan dust clouds on atmospheric methane. Its findings have potentially far-reaching implications for understanding the global methane budget and reaso.....»»
Report: Halogenated greenhouse gases still being emitted in Germany
In the past, they were found in every refrigerator and aerosol until it was discovered that they had ripped a hole in the ozone layer protecting Earth's atmosphere: chlorofluorocarbons, in short CFCs......»»
New infosec products of the week: July 21, 2023
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Code42, ComplyAdvantage, Diligent, Privacera, and Tenable. Tenable unveils agentless container scanning to prevent vulnerable containers from reaching runtim.....»»