Entanglement is an inevitable feature of reality
(Phys.org)—Is entanglement really necessary for describing the physical world, or is it possible to have some post-quantum theory without entanglement?
01/09/2017
Reusable ruthenium-based catalyst could be a game-changer for the biomass industry
Known for their outstanding versatility, primary amines (derivatives of ammonia) are industrially important compounds used in the preparation of a wide range of dyes, detergents and medicines. Although many attempts have ...
Materials Science
Sep 1, 2017
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Video: Researchers use sound to warn internet users of possible security threats
While some cybersecurity threats are easy to spot, others can be more challenging. Now, consider identifying those same threats with a visual impairment. It's the vulnerability of that population that inspired a team of Texas ...
Security
Sep 1, 2017
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Fresh landslides in Swiss Alps force more evacuations
New landslides have forced more evacuations from a valley in the Swiss Alps where eight hikers were buried in a barrage of boulders and mud a week ago, authorities said Friday.
Environment
Sep 1, 2017
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Team shines new light on photosynthesis
A team of scientists from ASU's School of Molecular Sciences and Pennsylvania State University has taken us a step closer to unlocking the secrets of photosynthesis, and possibly to cleaner fuels.
Biochemistry
Sep 1, 2017
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The new Great Barrier Reef pollution plan is better, but still not good enough
The draft water quality improvement plan, released by the federal and Queensland governments this week, aims to reduce the pollution flowing from water catchments to the Great Barrier Reef over the next five years.
Environment
Sep 1, 2017
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Day of reckoning for marine invaders
For centuries, marine species have moved around either by hitching ride on the hulls of ships or as stowaways in ballast water. In many instances, species have been deliberately introduced for aquaculture or other commercial ...
Ecology
Sep 1, 2017
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'Mitaka' now delivers more realistic universe in more languages
Now you can witness the final mission of Cassini and enjoy the beauty of Saturn's rings and the moon in your own room. NAOJ has released the latest version (1.4) of the astronomical software Mitaka with many new features. ...
Space Exploration
Sep 1, 2017
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Equatorial jet in Venusian atmosphere discovered by climate orbiter Akatsuki
Observations by Japan's Venus climate orbiter Akatsuki have revealed an equatorial jet in the lower to middle cloud layer of the planet's atmosphere, a finding that could be pivotal to unraveling a phenomenon called superrotation.
Space Exploration
Sep 1, 2017
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Your sunscreen may be polluting the ocean – but algae could offer a natural alternative
An estimated 6,000-14,000 tons of sunscreen are deposited into coral reef areas of the sea every year. The chemicals we rub onto our skin might help prevent skin cancer but we're only just beginning to understand the environmental ...
Materials Science
Sep 1, 2017
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