Speeding up sugar"s conversion into fuel
University of Queensland researchers have found a way to more efficiently convert sugarcane into a building block of aviation fuel and other products......»»
Colin Farrell stars in new mystery drama Sugar, streaming now on Apple TV+
Colin Farrell stars in a new drama series ‘Sugar‘, streaming now on Apple TV+. Farrell plays the titular John Sugar, who is a private detective tasked with investigating the mysterious disappearance of Olivia Siegel, the daughter of a famous Holl.....»»
Surface emitting semiconductor laser achieves efficiency breakthrough
Since its inception, the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of edge-emitting laser (EEL) technology has been continuously breaking records, achieving a historically high efficiency of 85% at -50°C in 2006. Following this, in 2007, EEL also reached a.....»»
Researchers investigate the surface extraction of platinum catalysts in alkaline media
Platinum (Pt) electrodes are crucial for clean power technologies like hydrogen fuel cells and electrolysis. However, the surface oxidation that occurs during such processes degrades catalyst performance and stability......»»
Viewpoint: Fossil fuel subsidies cost Canadians a lot more money than the carbon tax
The federal carbon tax increase is now in effect, and will raise gas prices by three cents per liter in most Canadian provinces......»»
Computational tools fuel reconstruction of new and improved bird family tree
An international team of scientists has built the largest and most detailed bird family tree to date—an intricate chart delineating 93 million years of evolutionary relationships between 363 bird species, representing 92% of all bird families......»»
Atmospheric scientists link Arctic sea loss ice to strong El Niño events
El Niño, a climate pattern where warm waters in the eastern Pacific fuel hotter weather, is finally beginning to wane after bringing a long stretch of record heat and heavy precipitation across the world since last summer......»»
What’s new on Apple TV+ this month (April 2024)
The best new shows on Apple TV+ in April 2024 include Sugar with Colin Farrell, Franklin with Michael Douglas, and the second season of Big Door Prize......»»
The best shows on Apple TV+ right now (April 2024)
Dive into the dark PI world with Colin Farrell in Sugar, or explore the hunt for John Wilkes Booth in Manhunt in the best shows on Apple TV+ right now......»»
A high-efficiency photocatalyst for converting carbon dioxide into environmentally friendly energy using sunlight
DGIST Professor In Su-il's research team has developed a high-efficiency photocatalyst that utilizes sunlight to convert carbon dioxide (CO2), the primary cause of global warming, into methane (CH4) fuel. The research team expects that this environme.....»»
Researchers reveal impact of brassinosteroid and sugar signal on wheat grain size regulation
Grain size plays a central role in determining wheat yield, and precise regulation of grain development has emerged as a key strategy for increasing yields in several staple crops such as rice and maize. However, the genetic basis and potential molec.....»»
A catalyst for converting carbon dioxide, the main cause of global warming, into ethylene using vitamin C
A joint research team has developed a new electrochemical catalyst that promotes the conversion from carbon dioxide (CO2) to ethylene (C2H4)......»»
Direct and indirect consumption activities drive urban-rural inequalities in air pollution-related mortality in China
Household consumption in China is associated with substantial PM2.5 pollution through activities directly (i.e., fuel use) and/or indirectly (i.e., consumption of goods and services) causing pollutant emissions. Urban and rural households exhibit dif.....»»
Plasma fusion: Adding just enough fuel to the fire
How much fuel can we add to the fire while still maintaining control? Metaphorically speaking, that's the question one team at the U.S. Department of Energy's Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) has been asking themselves lately......»»
Questionable iPhone Fold rumor pushes release into early 2027
A questionable rumor source claims Apple's iPhone Fold could arrive in 2027, adding more fuel to allegations that the hinged smartphone has been delayed further into the future.A render of a possible folding Apple deviceRecent reports paved the way f.....»»
Team modulates electronic state of single-atom catalysts by CO molecular decoration for efficient methane conversion
Direct methane conversion has advantages such as low energy consumption, fewer processes, and better economics. However, it is difficult to activate methane at room temperature due to the high dissociation energy of C-H bonds of methane. Additionally.....»»
Geometry-adaptive electrocatalysis: Proposed approach could double efficiency of energy conversion technologies
As the world seeks sustainable solutions to meet escalating energy demands, a collaborative team of researchers from the Universities of Tartu and Copenhagen has proposed an innovative approach to overcome long-standing limitations in oxygen electroc.....»»
Research team introduces superaerophobic three-dimensional nickel catalysts for accelerated water electrolysis
Water electrolysis process is a system that produces hydrogen by electrolyzing water. It is an eco-friendly technology that can produce hydrogen fuel, a future energy source, without emitting environmental pollutants, but its limitations include low.....»»
Job listings on Apple’s website hint at Vision Pro launch in Australia, China, and Japan
A recent report revealed that Apple is gearing up to launch Vision Pro in more countries soon. To add fuel to the fire, the company has published new job offers on its website looking for specialists to work with Apple Vision Pro in countries such as.....»»
Lincoln Corsair PHEV review: A luxury car shouldn’t squeak this much
It has an attractive cabin and decent fuel economy, but build quality needs work. Enlarge / We like the interior styling, and it rides well and is rather efficient. But the interior build quality needs work. (credit: Jonathan Git.....»»
New EPA, DOE fuel regs give automakers longer to reduce CO2 emissions
The model-year 2032 standards are still strict, but there's a more gentle ramp-up. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) This week, the US Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency have publi.....»»