Strong computing gives impetus to Taiwan"s zero-carbon vision
Due to the escalating severity of climate change, achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 has been included as a key target for sustainable operation by many governments and large corporations around the world. As a global technology hub, it is necessar.....»»
Novel carbon nanotube yarns can generate electricity from waste heat
In line with global efforts towards sustainability, the development of energy harvesting technologies has become a top research priority. Although renewable energy sources like wind and solar power have recently taken the spotlight, waste heat also s.....»»
Study shows transgenic expression of rubisco factors increases photosynthesis and chilling tolerance in maize
Maize is one of the world's most widely grown crops and is essential to global food security. But like other plants, its growth and productivity can be limited by the slow activity of Rubisco, the enzyme responsible for carbon assimilation during pho.....»»
Researchers unveil the mechanisms for local amplification of 2024 tsunamis in Iida Bay, Japan
In 2024, a 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Noto Peninsula in Japan on New Year's Day, causing strong shaking, landslides, fire, liquefaction, land uplift, and devastating tsunamis. Ishikawa Prefecture, the hardest hit area, saw at least 241 fatal.....»»
The best antivirus software for Chromebooks in 2024
Your Chromebook may need extra protection against malware and similar problems. These security apps work great with Chrome OS and have strong antivirus tools......»»
Popular VR game ‘Job Simulator’ comes to Apple Vision Pro
As we reported earlier this year, Owlchemy Studios announced that it would be bringing its popular VR game “Job Simulator” to Apple Vision Pro in 2024. The game, which consists of performing tasks as if you were in a real-world job, is now offici.....»»
Apple Design Award finalists announced ahead of WWDC, including new Spatial Computing category
Today alongside confirming the details for WWDC 2024’s keynote and other offerings, Apple has announced its Apple Design Award finalists for the year. As per tradition, Apple annually recognizes some of the best apps on the App Store across a va.....»»
Three VR game staples have arrived on Apple Vision Pro
The Apple Vision Pro has picked up three new games including oldie-but-goodie "Job Simulator," its follow-up "Vacation Simulator," and tabletop survival RPG "Demeo."Battle together with friends in "Demeo"Job Simulator, which came out in 2016, asks pl.....»»
Apple"s 2024 Design Awards have a new Spatial Computing category
With WWDC 2024 just around the corner, Apple has announced the finalists for its annual Design Awards across seven categories.Image Credit: AppleApple has revealed the list of nominees for the 2023 Apple Design Awards. It highlights several different.....»»
New research shows soil microorganisms could produce additional greenhouse gas emissions from thawing permafrost
As the planet has warmed, scientists have long been concerned about the potential for harmful greenhouse gases to seep out of thawing Arctic permafrost. Recent estimates suggest that by 2100 the amount of carbon dioxide and methane released from thes.....»»
Study introduces a cleaner way to produce ammonia at room temperature and pressure
Ammonia is the starting point for the fertilizers that have secured the world's food supply for the last century. It's also a main component of cleaning products, and is even considered as a future carbon-free replacement for fossil fuels in vehicles.....»»
Tropical forest resilience to seasonal drought linked to nutrient availability
Tropical forests are highly productive ecosystems, accounting for nearly half of the global forest carbon sink. If tropical forests can no longer remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, the effects of climate change may become even more severe......»»
Q&A: Plastic waste is a global problem, but carbon recycling can help
Heavy industries such as aviation and chemical manufacturing contribute to about 20% of overall U.S. greenhouse gas emissions and will continue to depend on fossil fuels......»»
Buried kelp: Seaweed carried to the deep sea stores more carbon than we thought
Deep in the ocean lies the world's largest active carbon reservoir, which plays a pivotal role in buffering our planet's climate. Of the roughly 10 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide we emit each year, about 3 billion metric tons are taken up and.....»»
Toyota, Mazda, Subaru debut high-tech engines in fight against carbon
Toyota and Japanese car-making allies Mazda and Subaru are doubling down on a new generation of internal combustion as a weapon in the fight against carbon emissions, even as the auto industry enters the age of EVs......»»
VR role-playing game ‘Demeo’ now available for Apple Vision Pro
When Apple Vision Pro was announced last year, some developers demonstrated their apps and games coming to the platform – this was the case with the popular VR role-playing game “Demeo.” The good news is that Demeo is now available on the visio.....»»
Grab the Logitech MX Master 3s for Less than $90!
Logitech's excellent mouse is on sale at the moment. The post Grab the Logitech MX Master 3s for Less than $90! appeared first on Phandroid. Logitech’s experience with computing peripherals has helped build its reputation as one of t.....»»
Sturgeon remain rare in Great Lakes, but Detroit River"s population thrives
A pair of federal fish experts braced themselves as they cradled a hulking fish over the side of their boat just north of the Grosse Ile Toll Bridge. Its kick would be strong enough to unhorse a novice angler, but the duo had performed this routine 3.....»»
US lawmaker tells Taiwan weapons are coming, China drills show deterrence need
US lawmaker tells Taiwan weapons are coming, China drills show deterrence need.....»»
Taiwan bar on frontline with China blends history into cocktails
Taiwan bar on frontline with China blends history into cocktails.....»»
Taiwan president extends goodwill after China drills, US lawmakers arrive
Taiwan president extends goodwill after China drills, US lawmakers arrive.....»»