Shrubs and soils: A hot topic in the cool tundra
Climate change is rapid in the Arctic. As the climate warms, shrubs expand towards higher latitudes and altitudes. Researcher Julia Kemppinen together with her colleagues investigated the impacts of dwarf shrubs on tundra soils in the sub-Arctic Fenn.....»»
New pathways for compromise in migration policy
Migration is an increasingly dominating topic in politics and is discussed with increasing vehemence among the German population. Those in favor of migration say that the lack of skilled workers and shortage of staff will become worse without immigra.....»»
Methane activation by [LnO]+: The 4f orbital matters
As the "holy grail" in the field of chemistry, the catalytic activation of methane has been a topic of great interest in the field of heterogeneous catalysis. Gas-phase experiments provide an ideal platform for exploring catalytic reaction mechanisms.....»»
Researchers call for a comprehensive view of the marine biological carbon pump and its role in climate change
The ocean plays a crucial role in the storage of carbon dioxide (CO2). The so-called marine biological carbon pump is an important research topic in this context. However, according to Dr. Ivy Frenger, climate researcher at the GEOMAR Helmholtz Cente.....»»
Study on lamprey embryos sheds light on the evolutionary origin of vertebrate head
The origin of the vertebrate skull is a topic of much debate among evolutionary biologists. Some believe that the vertebrate head has developed as a result of modification of the segmental elements of the trunk, such as the vertebrae and somites. On.....»»
I saw the future of folding phones at CES 2024
There's a lot of cool tech to see at CES 2024 — including some wild concepts for folding smartphones. Here are two I looked at from Samsung......»»
The 6 best PC cases in 2024
The best computer cases bring all of your components together. Our list of the top PC cases will show of your parts off while keeping them cool and quiet......»»
This Philips Hue TV smart lights alternative is on sale
Create a cool and playful ambiance with any television in your home with the Nano 4D Screen Mirror and Lightstrip Kit......»»
Google Maps testing 3D buildings while navigating
Google appears to be testing out the ability for users to use 3D buildings while navigating with Google Maps. The post Google Maps testing 3D buildings while navigating appeared first on Phandroid. One of the cool features of Google Maps i.....»»
Best PS5 deals: Console bundles, top games, and accessories
The PlayStation 5 is an awesome console, with tons of great exclusive games and some cool accessories. Here are all the best PS5 deals we could find......»»
Ancient desert mega-structures were planned using carved maps to scale
"This calls for the representation of space in a way not seen at this time." Enlarge There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes our way. So this year, we're once again running a special.....»»
Study: The best free-throw shooters share these biomechanical traits
Best shooters have greater control over release-point height, trunk lean in particular. There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes our way. So this year, we're once again running a special Twelve Days.....»»
Study: the best free-throw shooters share these biomechanical traits
Best shooters have greater control over release point height, trunk lean in particular. There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes our way. So this year, we're once again running a special Twelve Days.....»»
How archaeologists reconstructed the burning of Jerusalem in 586 BCE
Hebrew bible is only surviving account of siege that laid waste to Solomon's Temple. Enlarge (credit: Assaf Peretz/Israel Antiquities Authority) There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes.....»»
How to use Magic Editor on the Google Pixel 8
The Google Pixel 8 series is packed with a lot of cool AI tricks, including the Magic Editor. Here's how to use it to get the most out of your photos......»»
Aaarr matey! Life on a 17th century pirate ship was less chaotic than you think
Ars chats with historian Rebecca Simon about her most recent book, The Pirates' Code. Enlarge There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes our way. So this year, we're once again running a.....»»
AI predicts the influence of microplastics on soil properties
Plastic waste and its buildup in nature has become a major environmental concern in recent times. While plastic pollution in the oceans is undoubtedly a problem, the presence of plastics in soils around the world is also known to cause severe environ.....»»
New species of Arum family reported from Myanmar
The Arum family (Araceae) consists of terrestrial or aquatic shrubs, vines, or herbs. Amorphophallus is a large genus of about 200 tropical and subtropical tuberous herbs of the Arum family. Fifteen Amorphophallus species have been reported from Myan.....»»
Watch sand defy gravity and flow uphill thanks to “negative friction”
Applying magnetic forces to single iron oxide-coated particles spurs strange collective motion. There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes our way. So this year, we're once again running a special Twe.....»»
The 50+ best gifts for gamers that they won"t already have
Find the best gifts for gamers in 2023, including consoles, accessories, new releases, and more. Shopping for gifts for gamers is a double-edged Master Sword. On the one hand, there are so many cool games, consoles, and accessories to choose fr.....»»
Have a lot of Apple devices? I found the perfect charger for you
If you're like most Apple fans, you probably have multiple devices to keep juiced up. ESR's new 6-in-1 stand take care of that and keep your iPhone cool, too......»»