The recent research conducted by a team of nuclear scientists from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the Nuclear Power Institute of China has unveiled a new high-resolution neutronics model that could potentially revolutionize the production of plutonium-238 (238Pu). This breakthrough model has been shown to increase the yield of 238Pu by close to 20% in
The demand for cobalt and lithium, essential for e-car batteries, is projected to increase by almost 20-fold by 2050 due to the global shift towards renewable energy sources. This increase in demand will have significant implications for the extraction of raw materials such as copper, aluminum, iron, and rare earth elements. A recent study conducted
Climate change has led to an increase in flood risks in urban areas around the world. Heavy rainfall disasters have become a global issue, posing significant challenges to communities. Traditional numerical simulations are used to predict flooding from heavy rain and river overflows, but they often fall short in providing detailed risk assessments. This limitation
The discovery of how halogen bonds can be utilized to manipulate sequential dynamics in multifunctional crystals has opened up new possibilities in the realm of crystal engineering. Halogen bonds are unique intermolecular interactions that occur between a halogen atom and another electron-dense entity, playing a critical role in the development of innovative photo-functional materials. This
A recent randomized controlled trial conducted by researchers from Sun Yat-sen University in China has shed new light on the potential benefits of circumcision in reducing the risk of HIV infection among men who have sex with men. This study adds to existing evidence suggesting that removal of the foreskin can impede the transmission of
In a groundbreaking development, a team of researchers led by Professor Han Gi Chae and Professor Jong-Beom Baek at UNIST, in collaboration with Professor Kafer T. Tavuz at KAUST, has introduced a new technology to overcome the limitations of current catalyst electrodes. The innovation, reported in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, involves the
Renewable hydrogen is set to play a vital role in reducing carbon emissions in Europe. Previous research has shown that sourcing hydrogen from regions with cheaper renewable energy can be more cost-effective than local production. However, concerns about the environmental impact of transporting large quantities of hydrogen over long distances have been raised. A new
Recent research conducted by Dr. Hamed Gamaleldien and Dr. Hugo Olierook from Curtin University has provided compelling evidence that fresh water on Earth appeared much earlier than previously believed. By examining ancient crystals from the Jack Hills in Western Australia, the researchers were able to date the origins of the Earth’s hydrological cycle to approximately
The industrial process for the conversion of methane to methanol has long been known to be extremely energy and resource-intensive. Scientists have been searching for more efficient and sustainable ways to carry out this conversion process, leading to the development of various catalyst systems over the past decade. However, many of these catalysts rely on
Methane is a dangerous greenhouse gas that is about 25 times more potent than carbon dioxide. When combined with water under specific conditions, methane forms methane hydrate, an ice-like solid that exists in massive deposits under the seafloor. These deposits store a significant amount of carbon, with estimates ranging from 1,800 to over 20,000 gigatons.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves in the aviation industry, with experts stating that it is revolutionizing the way airlines operate. While airlines may not be replacing pilots with AI anytime soon, the technology is already being leveraged to boost productivity and gain a competitive edge. Julie Pozzi, the head of data science and
The sunspot region known as AR 3664, which was responsible for the breathtaking auroras visible on Earth in early May, has made a reappearance. This region, which previously unleashed several powerful X-class flares, including the most intense one of the current solar cycle, rotated out of view onto the far side of the Sun in