A team of NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) researchers has developed a novel approach that utilizes microwave technology to more easily synthesize and fine-tune a new type of membrane which effectively purifies water from a wide range ...
Polymers
Aug 8, 2024
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Over the last four months, the Space Rider team has been running a drop-test campaign whereby a full-scale model of the future orbital laboratory is dropped from a helicopter to test and qualify the deployment of its parachutes, ...
Space Exploration
Aug 8, 2024
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Twelve years ago, NASA landed its six-wheeled science lab using a daring new technology that lowers the rover using a robotic jetpack.
Space Exploration
Aug 8, 2024
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China achieved a historic feat by bringing back the first-ever sample from the lunar far side in June 2024. It's moon lander, Chang'e 6, used a robotic scoop and drill to collect approximately 5 pounds (2 kilograms) of rocks ...
Planetary Sciences
Aug 7, 2024
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Plant infections can now be detected in our crops before they're even visible.
Biotechnology
Aug 6, 2024
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Two "new" herbicide options could soon be available for blackberry growers during the 2025 growing season.
Plants & Animals
Aug 5, 2024
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The recent outbreak of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI H5N1) virus has raised concerns among poultry producers and food safety experts. The virus is highly contagious among birds and poses a significant risk despite ...
Plants & Animals
Aug 2, 2024
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Papaya farmers in Kenya are turning to a novel solution to combat the devastating papaya mealybug pest—parasitic wasps.
Plants & Animals
Aug 2, 2024
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The first thoughts that probably come to mind when you read the words "white ant" are images of house destruction, wood damage, pest control, and spending money! While white ants are in fact a major structural and agricultural ...
Ecology
Aug 2, 2024
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Coupling electrochemical conversion of the greenhouse gas CO2 with renewable electricity sources—such as solar and wind—promises green production of high-demand chemicals and transportation fuels. Carbon dioxide coupling ...
Materials Science
Aug 1, 2024
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