Squeezing a rock-star material could make it stable enough for solar cells
Among the materials known as perovskites, one of the most exciting is a material that can convert sunlight to electricity as efficiently as today's commercial silicon solar cells and has the potential for being much cheaper and easier to manufacture......»»
Portal to the past: Geologist identifies metamorphic rock as a crucial feature of the ancient Earth"s carbon cycle
If Earth's history were a calendar year, humans would not appear until the last few minutes before midnight on Dec. 31. During the Proterozoic Eon—2.5 billion years to 543 million years ago—the sun was still a young star, much dimmer than today,.....»»
Beta cells: New insights into the structure, interactions and neuronal networking of primary cilia
Dysfunctions of the tiny cell processes (primary cilia) of the pancreatic beta cells could be a cause of type 2 diabetes. Little is known about the structure and function of these cilia. An international research team led by DZD researchers from the.....»»
Revealing the superconducting limit of twisted bilayer graphene
Graphene is a simple material containing only a single layer of carbon atoms, but when two sheets of it are stacked together and offset at a slight angle, this twisted bilayer material produces numerous intriguing effects, notably superconductivity......»»
3 underrated movies on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in November
These three underrated movies on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in November 2024 star A-listers like Josh Brolin, Ryan Reynolds, and Glenn Close......»»
A physicist and his cat "reveal" the equation of cat motion
In the social media age, there is little doubt about who is the star of the animal kingdom. Cats rule the screens just as their cousins, the lions, rule the savanna. Thanks to Erwin Schrödinger, this feline also has a place of honor in the history o.....»»
“We need change in this country” – Barcelona star fumes in wake of Storm Dana devastation
“We need change in this country” – Barcelona star fumes in wake of Storm Dana devastation.....»»
23 Years of the iPod: How Elite Obsolete Electronics keeps the music playing
There’s probably enough material to produce a book about the importance of the iPod to Apple’s history (and revenue). Yet, the company said goodbye to the brand in 2022 as it finally discontinued the last edition of the iPod Touch. There is a sma.....»»
Chinese solar firms, ever-nimble, go further afield where US tariffs don"t reach
Chinese solar firms, ever-nimble, go further afield where US tariffs don"t reach.....»»
Scream star thinks the horror franchise has gotten too violent
All the Scream fans out there who still aren't happy about Ghostface using a shotgun aren't alone......»»
Geodynamic mantle-flow model explains deformation of continental crust block in North China
Cratons are fascinating yet enigmatic geological formations. Known to be relatively stable portions of the Earth's continental crust, cratons have remained largely unchanged for billions of years. Although cratons have survived many geological events.....»»
Scientists found a new way to make cancer cells self-destruct
Scientists have created a new compound that can self-destruct cancer cells. The compound is made up of two proteins, which researchers “glued” together. They describe … The post Scientists found a new way to make cancer cells self-destruct.....»»
Aptera’s 3-wheel solar EV hits milestone on way toward 2025 commercialization
Aptera just completed a successful test drive of PI-2, the first production-intent version of its futuristic-looking two-seater, three-wheel solar EV......»»
George Lucas abandoned a Star Wars twist that would have changed Obi-Wan’s story
Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace almost included a game-changing Obi-Wan twist......»»
Aptera’s 3-wheel solar EV hits milestone towards 2025 commercialization
Aptera just completed a successful test drive of 'PI-2', the first production-intent version of its futuristic-looking two-seater, three-wheel solar EV......»»
Police assisting US Marshals for a scene at Round Rock McDonald’s
Police assisting US Marshals for a scene at Round Rock McDonald’s.....»»
Nuts! NY authorities euthanize Instagram squirrel star
A squirrel named Peanut who was propelled to the heights of internet celebrity has been euthanized, New York authorities said Friday, biting a government staffer on the way out......»»
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew trailer: The Jedi kids are alright in new Disney+ show
In the new trailer for Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, Jude Law teams with four kids to take on space pirates in a coming-of-age adventure. .....»»
How the Brain Summons Deep Sleep to Speed Healing
A heart attack unleashes immune cells that stimulate neurons in the brain, leading to restorative slumber.....»»
Social media star Peanut the Squirrel has been euthanized after being seized from NY home
Social media star Peanut the Squirrel has been euthanized after being seized from NY home.....»»
Apple reaches deal to acquire Pixelmator
Apple is acquiring the popular photo editing company Pixelmator. The Pixelmator Team announced the news in a blog post on Friday and said there will be “no material changes” to its apps “at this time.” The deal is pending regulatory approval......»»