When it comes to volcanic hazard assessment, understanding the behavior of dormant volcanoes is of utmost importance. The ability of a volcano to erupt after tens of thousands of years of dormancy raises critical questions and can pose a previously unrecognized threat to its surrounding areas. A recent study conducted by Hungarian scientists sheds light
In a groundbreaking development, Debashis Chanda, a professor at the University of Central Florida’s NanoScience Technology Center, has successfully created a new technique to detect photons. These elementary particles play a vital role in carrying cellular communication and span from visible light to radio frequencies. Chanda’s innovative method of modulating the frequency of an oscillating
Transportation is a major contributor to global carbon emissions, making it crucial for countries worldwide to address this issue. High-speed railways (HSR) are widely considered as the future of intercity transportation due to their high degree of electrification. However, the lack of relevant data on the carbon reduction potential of high-speed rail travel and effective
The intersection between hard and soft materials has long been a challenge in various industries. From laptop chargers breaking at the cable-to-adapter joint to the failure of man-made materials in the human body, finding an effective interface has proven to be difficult. However, researchers from TU Delft have made significant strides in this field by
When the Sun gets rowdy, Earth’s sky lights up with beautiful dancing lights. Around the poles, colorful auroral streams dance and flicker across the sky. Auroras are, truly, one of the most beautiful sights Earth has to offer. They occur when particles from the Sun, such as those gusted out in a powerful solar wind
A review of various studies involving nearly 600 individuals with Alzheimer’s disease has revealed that stimulating a key part of the brain using light can lead to improved sleep and psycho-behavioral symptoms. Researchers from China’s Weifang Medical University conducted a meta-analysis of 15 trials to examine the impact of light therapy, also known as photobiomodulation
Internet users in the European Union have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of Threads, an Instagram app. Despite being launched in the United States and other countries back in July, EU users have been left out due to concerns about regulatory oversight from Brussels. However, there are now signs that the wait may finally be
Working night shifts can be detrimental to one’s overall health, particularly when it comes to the quality of sleep. According to a recent study conducted by researchers from the Netherlands and Belgium, more than half of the individuals who regularly work night shifts have likely developed sleep disorders, such as insomnia. The study gathered data
In recent years, climate change has contributed to various weather extremes, including heavy precipitation and cold waves. As a result, a new study has identified a potentially growing natural hazard in the north: frostquakes. These seismic events are caused by the rapid freezing of water in the ground and could become more common due to
In a groundbreaking study published in Nature Communications, researchers from Politecnico di Milano, Chalmers University of Technology, and Sapienza University of Rome have made significant progress in understanding the behavior of high-critical-temperature copper-based superconductors. These materials, even at temperatures above their critical point, exhibit peculiar properties that deviate from those of normal metals. This discovery
The quest for finding sustainable alternatives to replace petroleum-based plastic films has gained momentum in recent years. In a remarkable breakthrough, researchers from North Carolina State University have discovered that materials derived from crustaceans and seaweed can play a crucial role in creating next-generation packaging films. This pioneering research has focused on combining chitosan, a
Every December, stargazers and meteor enthusiasts eagerly await the arrival of the Geminid meteor shower. Known as the best natural fireworks display of the year, this mesmerizing celestial event attracts people from all over the world. And this year, the Geminids promise to be even more special as they coincide with the new Moon, creating