Metal halide perovskites have emerged as promising materials for developing photovoltaic technology due to their advantageous optoelectronic properties. Recent studies have demonstrated metal halide perovskite-based solar cells (PSCs) with power conversion efficiencies (PCEs) above 25.8%, rivaling some solar technologies on the market today. However, the existing fabrication processes for these solar cells are far from
The 2015 flooding of the Sagavanirktok River in northern Alaska not only caused immediate impacts such as the closure of the Dalton Highway but also had long-term effects on ground subsidence in the region. Assistant professor Simon Zwieback, along with a team of scientists from the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute, conducted a study
The concept of swallowing an artificial life form to analyze or remove diseases sounds like something straight out of a science fiction movie. However, researchers from the University of Southern Denmark and Kent State University in the US are exploring the potential of specially-designed hybrid molecules of DNA and protein to create these artificial life
A groundbreaking scientific achievement has been made by NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission, as researchers have confirmed that a sample collected from the 4.5-billion-year-old asteroid Bennu contains a significant amount of water and carbon. This remarkable finding adds further support to the prevailing theory that life on Earth may have originated from extraterrestrial sources. These findings were
Scientists have recently unveiled a groundbreaking development in optical chip technology. This innovative optical chip possesses the ability to self-configure and perform various functions without the need for complex manual adjustments. Led by Jianji Dong, a research team from China’s Huazhong University of Science and Technology has successfully created a chip that has the potential
In recent years, there have been significant advancements in neuroscience and brain-inspired artificial intelligence that have opened up new possibilities in understanding intelligence. One such innovation is the Digital Twin Brain, a platform developed by a research team led by Tianzi Jiang at the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The Digital
The effects of climate change are becoming increasingly evident, and there is growing consensus among scientists that our planet is likely to pass the 1.5°C warming threshold. In fact, research suggests that global warming may temporarily exceed the 2°C threshold due to unexpected levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions. This phenomenon, known as a
In recent years, there has been growing concern about the environmental impact of the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries. These sectors have been identified as major sources of air and water pollution, contributing significantly to the carbon footprint and water contamination. With the pharmaceutical industry’s carbon emissions surpassing those of the automotive industry, it is
You may have heard about the one meal a day (OMAD) diet, which has gained popularity due to endorsements from public figures like British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and singer Bruce Springsteen. Proponents claim that this diet leads to fast, long-term weight loss success and even delays the aging process. However, it’s important to carefully
The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) stands as a beacon of scientific exploration, offering a unique opportunity to delve into the mysteries of the universe. The theory of supersymmetry holds great promise, suggesting the existence of partner particles for each fundamental particle known to us. These hypothetical particles could potentially explain puzzling phenomena such as dark
The fabrication of flexible sensors using nanomaterials has garnered significant attention from researchers at Changchun University of Science and Technology (CUST) and City University of Hong Kong (CityU). Their recent survey, published in the International Journal of Extreme Manufacturing (IJEM), explores the innovative use of nanomaterial frameworks such as nanoparticles, nanowires, and nanofilms in the
Climate change is posing a significant threat to the cultivation of aromatic hops in Europe, which is the key ingredient responsible for giving beer its distinctive bitterness. A recent study published in Nature Communications has shed light on the detrimental effects of rising temperatures and decreased rainfall on hop yields and the essential compounds that