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Molecular hopscotch boosts light upconversion

A new molecule that lets energy hop around quickly within its structure makes the upcycling of light more efficient and tunable. The Kobe University development lays out a design strategy for better solar power harnessing ...

Trace elements in ginger can indicate a plant's origin

Researchers in their laboratory at Örebro University have examined eleven products containing fresh and dried ginger bought from grocery stores in Sweden and Croatia, where the tropical herb originates from China, India, ...

Novel coating shields iron from rust with 99.6% efficiency

Researchers have developed a highly effective dual-layer coating that provides 99.6% protection against iron corrosion. The breakthrough combines a thin molecular primer with a durable polymer layer, creating a strong, long-lasting ...

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Ultrasound reliably detects inclusions in aluminum production

Large, hard-to-access equipment and high temperatures: Foundries are home to extreme conditions. Working with liquid metal requires flexibility and resilience in humans and machines alike. With an eye to this challenging ...