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Materials Science Jul 4, 2024

Novel universal principle guides properties of fluorophosphate glass

A research team led by Prof. Wang Pengfei from Xi'an Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics (XIOPM) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences revealed the relationship between F/O ratio and the structure of fluorophosphate ...

Environment Jul 4, 2024

The energy transition requires a lot of minerals and metals—which could impact our lakes

Bringing about the energy transition is essential, but it will require developing a significant amount of minerals and "green" electricity, such as hydroelectricity. These activities often take place on Indigenous lands and ...

Analytical Chemistry Jul 3, 2024

Inverse design method improves high-temperature performance of carbide coatings

The hot-end components of high-performance high-speed aircraft need to meet performance requirements such as long service life, wide temperature range oxidation resistance and ablation resistance. This puts forward higher ...

Evolution Jul 2, 2024

Small change in Earth's oxygen levels may have sparked huge evolutionary leap

New research provides the clearest evidence yet that the Cambrian explosion—a rapid burst of evolution 540 million years ago, could have been triggered by only a small increase in oxygen levels in Earth's atmosphere and ...

Cell & Microbiology Jul 2, 2024

Study identifies highly soluble molecules with superior antioxidant benefits for cells

Oxygen is essential for life on Earth, but it also gives rise to free radicals, unstable molecules that can damage cells. Antioxidants are chemical compounds that protect cells by neutralizing free radicals. The quintessential ...

Plants & Animals Jul 2, 2024

Australian bushfire ash can be deadly for aquatic life

While the impact of wildfires on terrestrial life has been well studied, only recently has research started to examine the effects of wildfire ash on aquatic organisms. New research reveals that wildfire ash can have lethal ...

Analytical Chemistry Jul 1, 2024

Preparation strategies and applications of high-entropy materials catalysts for electrochemical water electrolysis

The escalating consumption of fossil fuels has raised concerns over energy crises and environmental pollution, prompting an urgent need for renewable and eco-friendly energy sources. Hydrogen, with its zero-carbon emissions ...

Space Exploration Jul 1, 2024

Determining the safest Mars caves for future astronauts

When astronauts land on Mars someday, they might have to live in lava caves or lava tubes to survive the harsh radiation that rains down on the Martian surface every second. But which caves could offer them the best chance ...

Planetary Sciences Jul 1, 2024

With X-ray analysis, an asteroid provides a view into our solar system's past

Imagine opening a time capsule, hoping to learn about the ancient past. Except, instead of a box or a chest, it's an asteroid that could provide insights into the very dawn of life on Earth.

Archaeology Jul 1, 2024

Layers of carbonate provide insight into the world of the ancient Romans

Archaeologists face a major challenge when they intend to acquire information about buildings or facilities of which only ruins remain. This was a particular challenge for the remnants of the Roman water mills in Barbegal ...

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