Switched on IR-active organic pigments
In photosynthesis and organic photovoltaics, pigment molecules convert light into electrical charge. A team of chemists have now produced an unusual organic pigment, which is "switched on" by an electrical charge to become a potent dye that absorbs l.....»»
Novel design strategy advances discovery of metal-organic frameworks
An innovative strategy, known as the "Up-Down Approach," has the potential to dramatically accelerate the creation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). The paper is published in the journal Nature Synthesis......»»
Soil treated with organic fertilizers stores more carbon, study finds
With carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere increasing in recent decades, there is a growing urgency to find strategies for capturing and holding carbon......»»
The number of active ransomware groups is on the rise, research finds
The number of active groups has risen 56% since 2023......»»
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If you’re in the market for a pair of true wireless earbuds, don’t miss this deal for the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2! The post INCREDIBLE DEAL knocks 22% off the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2! appeared first on Phandroid. There are many t.....»»
Study: Giant ultrafast dichroism and birefringence with active nonlocal metasurfaces
The fine and efficient control of the properties of light at ultrafast speed down to the picosecond timescale is a challenging task, crucial for many scientific applications and technologies. For instance, in free-space optical links, manipulating on.....»»
Porous gas-adsorbing materials reveal hidden softness
A team of researchers has reshaped our understanding of developing gas storage materials known as porous coordination polymers (PCPs), which is also known as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)......»»
Industry and researchers call for action to tackle climate impact of organic, carbon-based chemicals
Industry experts and university researchers have joined together to ask the government to address the climate impact of organic, carbon-based chemicals......»»
Organic farms can double plant diversity—but only with time
It takes a long time, up to several decades, before the benefits of organic farming take full effect on land that was previously cultivated conventionally, a new study from Lund University suggests. After thirty years, the plant species richness arou.....»»
A Rare Coincidence of La Niña Events Will Weaken Hurricane Season
The oceans have produced a rare coincidence of the Pacific and Atlantic Niñas, which will lessen the severity of the hurricane season—though 2024 still remains a highly active year......»»
ChatGPT hits 200 million active weekly users, but how many will admit using it?
Despite corporate prohibitions on AI use, people flock to the chatbot in record numbers. Enlarge (credit: Benj Edwards / Getty Images) On Thursday, OpenAI said that ChatGPT has attracted over 200 million weekly active us.....»»
ChatGPT now has over 200 million weekly users – and will have more with iOS 18
OpenAI’s ChatGPT is one of the most popular generative AI tools in the world, and it has been gaining a lot of attention since it was launched in 2022. Now OpenAI has revealed that ChatGPT has passed the 200 million weekly active users mark, and Ap.....»»
The impact of human activity on air quality: A look at aerosol pollution before and after the Industrial Revolution
A recent study led by the Institute of Atmospheric Physics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences sheds new light on how human activities have altered the composition of the atmosphere over time, particularly focusing on secondary organic aerosols (SOA)......»»
Exploring functional organic materials for the energy transition
Carbon, of all things, could help us to push forward the decarbonization of our industrial society. Functional carbon particles, known as carbon dots, can transform sunlight into energy and extract hydrogen from water. Prof. Dr. Dirk M. Guldi, a chem.....»»
Why ransomware attackers target Active Directory
Ransomware attacks have surged 78% year-over-year, affecting various sectors and organizations and significantly impacting supply chains. In this Help, Net Security video, Craig Birch, Technology Evangelist, and Principal Security Engineer at Cayosof.....»»
Study explores how active management relates to Australian forest management
Acting President of Forestry Australia Dr. Bill Jackson says "active management" is a common term in Government and forest stakeholder reports, policies, and strategies in Australia and around the world, but up until now, it has not been well defined.....»»
"Silent" mutations found to have repercussions beyond their own gene
Genetic disorders—like cystic fibrosis and Huntington's disease—are considered incurable, with gene mutations occurring in essentially every cell of the body. Gene mutations occur when one nucleotide in a codon is switched. In non-synonymous muta.....»»
Kelvin wave research may lead to more accurate forecasting of active hurricane periods
More accurately predicting periods of increased hurricane activity weeks in advance may become possible due to new research published this month published in the journal Monthly Weather Review......»»
Clearing up confusion between organic and regenerative farming could boost green agriculture
Making the benefits of different types of farming plain for the public could provide better protection for the British countryside, according to a new study. Led by a team at the University of Reading, the research says greater education about sustai.....»»
Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 review: better audio for the active set
The OpenRun Pro 2 take what Shokz has done well — open-ear headphones for active types of folks — and made them sound much better......»»
Xiaomi’s Redmi Watch 5 Active is Priced Insanely Low
It comes with a ton of features at a price that's less than most fitness trackers out there. The post Xiaomi’s Redmi Watch 5 Active is Priced Insanely Low appeared first on Phandroid. Xiaomi’s onslaught of affordable wearable d.....»»