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Superconductivity Oct 4, 2021

Induced flaws in quantum materials could enhance superconducting properties

In a surprising discovery, an international team of researchers, led by scientists in the University of Minnesota Center for Quantum Materials, found that deformations in quantum materials that cause imperfections in the ...

Nanophysics Oct 1, 2021

How to power electronics using mechanical motion

The push toward low powered, energy-saving devices has been a direction the electronics industry has always pursued. The switch to low powered LED lighting is a good example of this trend. Another avenue is the development ...

Environment Sep 22, 2021

Canaries volcano razes hundreds of buildings as lava creeps to sea

A vast wall of molten lava creeping down the slopes of Spain's La Palma island has now destroyed 320 buildings, as distraught residents watched the flow inching towards the sea on Wednesday.

Space Exploration Aug 31, 2021

The forecast for Mars includes otherworldly weather predictions

As scientists prepare for crewed research missions to nearby planets and moons, they've identified a need for something beyond rovers and rockets.

Materials Science Aug 26, 2021

Titan-in-a-glass experiments hint at mineral makeup of Saturn moon

Titan, Saturn's largest moon, is a natural laboratory to study the origins of life. Like Earth, Titan has a dense atmosphere and seasonal weather cycles, but the chemical and mineralogical makeup are significantly different. ...

Planetary Sciences Aug 23, 2021

The five most impressive geological structures in the solar system

When we talk about amazing geological features, we often limit ourselves to those on Earth. But as a geologist, I think that's crazy—there are so many structures on other worlds that can excite and inspire, and that can ...

Planetary Sciences Aug 10, 2021

Dragonfly mission to Titan announces big science goals

Among our solar system's many moons, Saturn's Titan stands out—it's the only moon with a substantial atmosphere and liquid on the surface. It even has a weather system like Earth's, though it rains methane instead of water. ...

Planetary Sciences Jul 8, 2021

Icequakes likely rumble along geyser-spitting fractures in Saturn's icy moon Enceladus

Tidal stresses may be causing constant icequakes on Saturn's sixth largest moon Enceladus, a world of interest in the search for life beyond Earth, according to a new study. A better understanding of seismic activity could ...

Archaeology Jun 30, 2021

As the Titanic decays, expedition will monitor deterioration

The Titanic is disappearing. The iconic ocean liner that was sunk by an iceberg is now slowly succumbing to metal-eating bacteria: holes pervade the wreckage, the crow's nest is already gone and the railing of the ship's ...

Materials Science Jun 29, 2021

Paving the way to artificial photosynthesis: Effect of doping on the photocatalyst SrTiO3

For many years, researchers have been focused on developing technologies that can help us fight the imminent climate change crisis. They have one goal in common: Finding sustainable energy sources that can replace the environmentally ...

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