A new experimental system to bring quantum technologies closer to students
The world of quantum physics is experiencing a second revolution, which will drive an exponential leap in the progress of computing, the internet, telecommunications, cybersecurity and biomedicine.
Quantum Physics
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DNA and radiocarbon analysis provide new insights into prehistoric mammoth bone complex
Dr. Alba Rey-Iglesia and her colleagues conducted a biomolecular analysis of the mammoth bone remains at Kostenki 11-Ia, providing fascinating insights into the enigmatic mammoth bone complexes built during the Ice Age. The ...
Astronomers discover new lensed, dual and projected quasars
Chinese astronomers have investigated quasar candidates from the DESI Legacy Surveys (DESI-LS) photometry catalog. As a result, they detected 19 strongly-lensed, dual and projected quasars. The finding was reported in a paper ...
Global sea level very likely to rise between 0.5 and 1.9 meters by 2100 under a high-emissions scenario
An interdisciplinary team of researchers from NTU Singapore, and Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), The Netherlands, has projected that if the rate of global CO2 emissions continues to increase and reaches a high ...
Earth Sciences
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How tiny algae shaped the evolution of giant clams
Giant clams, some of the largest mollusks on Earth, have long fascinated scientists. These impressive creatures can grow up to 4.5 feet in length and weigh over 700 pounds, making them icons of tropical coral reefs.
Evolution
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Trimetallic synergy and defects: A catalyst for climate action
A study appearing in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences introduces a trimetallic catalyst—including nickel (Ni), copper (Cu), and zinc (Zn) nanoparticles supported on defective ceria (CeO2)—that achieves ...
Analytical Chemistry
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Men and women equally attracted to younger partners, study suggests
Men and women alike are drawn to younger partners, whether or not they realize it. The conclusion came from a University of California, Davis, study of 4,500 blind dates of people seeking a long-term partner.
Social Sciences
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Kitchen experiments shed light on Mars's volcanic rootless cones
Rootless cones are small volcanic landforms ranging from several to several hundred meters in diameter, formed by continuous explosions resulting from the interaction between surface lava and water bodies like lakes and rivers. ...
Planetary Sciences
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Find Your Best Idea with Multiphysics Modeling and Apps
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The Future is Interdisciplinary
Find out how ACS can accelerate your research to keep up with the discoveries that are pushing us into science’s next frontier
Medical Xpress
Patients with anorexia have elevated opioid neurotransmitter activity in the brain, study shows
From Fox News to MSNBC: Diverse media diet linked to higher trust in vaccines
Epigenetic states during development establish cancer risk before birth
High uric acid levels linked to deadly outcomes in children with severe malaria
Innovative voice-based approach enables early detection of Alzheimer's disease
Aromatic plant can fight colorectal cancer, say scientists
What drives mood swings in bipolar disorder? Study points to a second brain clock
Cancer-fighting compound shows immense potential to eradicate HIV
Potential therapeutic target for atherosclerosis found in insulin-like growth factor-binding protein 6
Social engagement linked to 5-year delay in dementia onset
New research suggests delayed REM sleep may signal Alzheimer's onset in older adults
Study finds statins do not impact kidney function in older adults
Brain receptor study offers hope for preventing epilepsy after traumatic brain injury
Infant mortality rates declining, but Sudden Unexpected Infant Death is on the rise, research reveals
Tech Xplore
Flower power: Lavender oil for longer-lasting sodium-sulfur batteries
New way to store hydrogen using lignin jet fuel discovered
Lithium-air batteries: A novel catalyst improves performance and lifespan
Can self-driving cars navigate roundabouts?
DeepSeek: Chinese AI firm making waves in Silicon Valley
'Sorry, I didn't get that': AI misunderstands some people's words more than others
Q&A: What is China's DeepSeek and why is it freaking out the AI world?
Why is Oscar contender 'The Brutalist' sparking controversy for its use of AI?
Trump casts chill over US wind energy sector
Rubbish roads: Nepal explores paving with plastic
Laser surface texturing can boost lightweight vehicle design and lower emissions
A team of researchers from Seoul National University of Science and Technology has uncovered a promising method to enhance the strength and durability of joints in lightweight vehicle design. By exploring laser surface texturing ...
Engineering
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Team uses AI and quantum computing to target 'undruggable' cancer protein
Research co-led by University of Toronto researchers and Insilico Medicine has demonstrated the potential of quantum computing and artificial intelligence to transform the drug discovery pipeline.
Biochemistry
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Analysis tackles the question of how many attempts it takes to quit different substances
Relapse is common when someone is trying to quit, regardless of whether they're giving up opioids or alcohol or cigarettes. To better inform treatment, researchers with the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC's Addiction ...
Addiction
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Experiments corroborate theory about how Titan maintains its atmosphere
Southwest Research Institute partnered with the Carnegie Institution for Science to perform laboratory experiments to better understand how Saturn's moon Titan can maintain its unique nitrogen-rich atmosphere. Titan is the ...
Planetary Sciences
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Flower power: Lavender oil for longer-lasting sodium-sulfur batteries
Lavender oil could help solve a problem in the energy transition. A team from the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces has created a material from linalool, the main component of lavender oil, and sulfur that could ...
Energy & Green Tech
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Patients with anorexia have elevated opioid neurotransmitter activity in the brain, study shows
A study conducted at Turku PET Center in Finland showed that changes in the functioning of opioid neurotransmitters in the brain may underlie anorexia. The results were published on 12 January 2025 in the journal Molecular ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
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Harnessing mushroom microbiomes for better crop development
Microorganisms collected from the material in which button mushrooms are grown may benefit the development of future fungi crops, according to a study led by researchers in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences and ...
Cell & Microbiology
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Man on carnivore diet develops yellowish nodules on his hands, feet and elbows
A trio of cardiologists, two at Tampa General Hospital and the third at the University of Texas' MD Anderson Cancer Center, have reported an incident of an adult man developing yellowish nodules on his hands, feet and elbows ...
Researchers achieve high-rate and stable ammonia electrosynthesis from nitrate
Ammonia (NH3) is traditionally produced through the energy-intensive Haber-Bosch process which converts nitrogen (N2) and hydrogen (H2) into NH3 at high temperatures (400–500℃) and pressures (10–30 MPa). This process ...
Analytical Chemistry
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From Fox News to MSNBC: Diverse media diet linked to higher trust in vaccines
People who get their news from an ideologically diverse array of sources are more likely to get vaccinated, regardless of their political affiliation, new University of Colorado Boulder research shows.
Psychology & Psychiatry
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A new framework could enhance the rigor and impact of criminal justice intervention evaluations
Experimental research is fundamental to criminology, but reaching consensus on rigorous evidence and using that evidence to determine what works remains an ongoing challenge to the field. In a new article, the former director ...
Ingenuity measurements reveal surprising wind speeds on Mars
One of my gripes with "The Martian" movie was the depiction of the winds on Mars. The lower air density means that the sort of high speed winds we might experience on Earth carry far less of an impact on Mars. During its ...
Teens uncertain how to assess online information, German study finds
Are teens confident in their ability to distinguish between trustworthy and fake information online? In the most recent PISA study, 15-year-old secondary school students were asked to rate their own skills in finding and ...
Fast radio bursts appear to be caused by young neutron stars
Fast radio bursts (FRBs) are one of the greater mysteries facing astronomers today, rivaled only by gravitational waves (GWs) and gamma-ray bursts (GRBs). Originally discovered in 2007 by American astronomer Duncan Lorimer ...
Even more planets may be hiding in Kepler's fields
Kepler was one of the most successful exoplanet-hunting missions so far. It discovered 2,600 confirmed exoplanets—almost half of the total—in its almost 10 years of operation. However, most data analysis focused only ...
Vision-based navigation system enables satellites to approach or avoid other objects in space
Mounted on a robotic arm attached to a 33-m long rail, a camera system is brought closer and closer to this scale-model satellite, recreating the experience of a rendezvous in space.
Study explores libido of boars and impact on sow fertility for pig farming
A study published in the International Journal of Agriculture Innovation, Technology and Globalisation looks at a little-researched factor in pig farming: the libido of boars and the impact this has on sow fertility.
Almost 2 million people in the UK didn't have the right ID to vote in 2024
The 2024 general election was the first in the U.K.'s history to be run under a system of voter ID. When heading to the polling station, people could only vote if they proved their identity first. This was the result of a ...
Nonlinear optical crystal for ultraviolet lasers remains remarkably stable under extreme pressure
Researchers from Oakland University have made a significant breakthrough in the field of optical materials, unveiling the exceptional capabilities of Ba₃(ZnB₅O₁₀)PO₄ (BZBP). Although this transparent crystal closely ...
SpaceX lines up Monday afternoon launch from Cape Canaveral
After a week of nasty weather across Florida, the business of launching rockets could get back on track Monday afternoon.
Study unveils the career impact of attractiveness: Higher salaries and prestigious roles over time
A study published in the journal Information Systems Research reveals a striking link between physical attractiveness and career success.
Trump has rejected the Paris agreement again, but game theory shows how other countries can still lead by example
It came as a surprise to nobody that one of Donald Trump's first acts on his return to the White House was to sign an executive order withdrawing the US from the Paris agreement on climate change.
Preserving Asian horseshoe crab populations through targeted conservation strategies
Horseshoe crabs are often referred to as the "living fossils" of our planet—the four known species, including three in Asia and one in North America, remain nearly identical to their ancient relatives from hundreds of millions ...
Discovery paves way for more resistant soybeans to combat $1.5 billion crop loss from nematode infection
Soybean growers across the globe face a silent but devastating threat: the soybean cyst nematode (SCN). This microscopic pathogen attacks soybean roots, jeopardizing crop yields and causing more than $1.5 billion in annual ...
Genomes unraveled for three unusual spiders
Spiders, their venom and their silk pose many unsolved questions for science. A new study provides clues to better understand these eight-legged creatures.
Understanding the science of meaty flavors could be key to sustainable diets, says academic
Understanding the science behind meaty tastes and textures could be the key to more people switching to a planet-friendly plant diet, researchers suggest.
Global report calls for urgent action to reverse biodiversity loss
A new global report highlighting the urgent action required to prevent further loss of animal and plant life reveals a need to connect more with nature.
Rural communities in Québec are embracing 'mushroom tourism' to boost local economies
Mycotourism, or mushroom tourism, is becoming increasingly popular as travelers seek out more nature-focused experiences. This unique tourism niche combines guided mushroom foraging with culinary traditions and rural culture ...
Wanting to 'return to normal' after a disaster is understandable, but often problematic
Media coverage of the recent fires in Los Angeles showed the heartbreaking damage in Pacific Palisades and elsewhere across Los Angeles County. People lost not only their houses but also the thriving communities of which ...
Microgravity in space may cause cancer, but mimicking weightlessness could help researchers develop treatments
As space travel gains traction and astronauts spend increasing amounts of time in space, studying its effects on health has become increasingly critical.
