In a groundbreaking collaboration between researchers from the United States, China, and the Netherlands, Davidson School of Chemical Engineering’s Dr. Zhenhua Zeng and Professor Jeffrey Greeley have made significant strides in catalysis research and catalyst design by delving into the world of active sites. Their findings not only shed light on previous studies of catalytic
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A recent analysis of freshwater resources worldwide has uncovered some startling revelations. According to the research published in Nature Water, the planetary boundary for freshwater change has been exceeded as far back as the mid-twentieth century. This means that human activities over the past century have significantly impacted the Earth’s freshwater system, pushing it beyond
The Moon lander Odysseus, just one week after landing on the lunar surface, has officially completed its brief mission. Mission control has powered down the lander in preparation for the long lunar night. Before shutting down, Odysseus managed to capture a final image of the cratered landscape and the dark sky with a tiny crescent
Being overweight is often associated with various health issues, including an increased risk of cancer. Studies have shown that obesity is linked to at least 13 different types of cancer, with regions such as North America, Europe, and the Middle East attributing up to 9% of all cancer cases to obesity. However, a recent study
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has recently announced its decision to stop paying for news content in Australia once the current agreements expire. This move is part of a larger strategic shift by Meta to align its investments with the products and services that are most valued by its users. The decision to discontinue
In recent years, the detrimental effects of climate change on children’s health have become a topic of increasing concern. Research conducted by a team of Australian scientists has highlighted the severity of the situation, revealing that a growing number of infants are being born preterm, experiencing respiratory diseases, and presenting to hospitals due to the
Today’s cars are equipped with a multitude of electronics that help manage various systems and assistance features. However, the management of these numerous computers and systems can be complex and result in bulky cable harnesses that increase the weight of the vehicle. In response to the challenges posed by the increasing electronic components in cars,
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a type of arthritis that affects children, with approximately 1 in 1,000 kids under 16 in the UK being affected by this condition. JIA causes joint pain and inflammation in various parts of the body, such as the hands, knees, ankles, elbows, and wrists. While there is no cure for
In the ever-evolving world of solar energy technology, researchers are constantly striving to enhance the efficiency of solar cells to make renewable energy more accessible and cost-effective. Traditionally, chalcopyrite-based solar cells have been limited to a maximum energy conversion efficiency of 23.35%. However, a recent breakthrough by researchers at Uppsala University and the First Solar
The Labor Day wildfires in 2020 were not only devastating in terms of the destruction they caused but also due to the extreme weather conditions that fueled them. A recent study conducted by Portland State University sheds light on the meteorological factors that led to the wildfires and the wider impacts of such extreme weather
Apple’s recent changes to its services in the European Union have sparked controversy and concern among 34 digital organizations, including major players like Epic Games and Spotify. These organizations have complained to the European Commission, stating that Apple’s proposed scheme for compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) falls short of meeting the requirements of
The recent data collected from the Hubbles and James Webb Space Telescopes has provided significant insights into the origins of light in the dark and formless void of the early Universe. It has been revealed that small dwarf galaxies played a crucial role in illuminating the cosmic dawn by producing ionizing photons that transformed neutral
Preventing large-scale power outages caused by tropical cyclones is a critical challenge that requires proactive measures to protect specific power lines. According to a recent study published in Nature Energy by scientists from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK), the key to preventing these outages lies in identifying and safeguarding a small but
The Department of Materials at Imperial College London has made significant strides in the field of technology with the development of a new portable maser that is compact enough to fit inside a shoebox. Masers, which amplify extremely faint electrical signals with high-frequency stability, have been traditionally large and bulky equipment found only in research
Glacier-fed streams around the world are experiencing significant changes due to the ongoing process of glacier shrinkage. A team of scientists from EPFL and Faculty of Science, Charles University, Prague, conducted expeditions to major mountain ranges as part of the Vanishing Glaciers project. The researchers collected samples from 154 glacier-fed streams and found that as