The collaboration between researchers and artists has brought a unique approach to shedding light on the invisible threat of air pollution. By combining digital light painting techniques with low-cost air pollution sensors, the team has been able to create compelling visual representations of pollution levels in different cities around the world—ultimately raising awareness about the
Italy’s competition authority recently imposed a fine of 3.5 million euros on Meta for its lack of transparency in handling data and managing Instagram and Facebook accounts. The AGCM watchdog highlighted Meta’s failure to promptly inform users about the commercial use of their personal data on Instagram via the web. Additionally, it pointed out that
Recent research has shed light on a potential downside to extreme exercise – a compromised immune system. A 2023 study conducted on firefighters post-exercise indicates that vigorous physical activity may have a detrimental effect on the immune response. This has significant implications for individuals in physically demanding professions, such as emergency workers and athletes. While
Recent research conducted at University College London delved into the abilities of large language models (LLMs) to engage in rational reasoning. The study, published in Royal Society Open Science, aimed to understand the behavior of these advanced AI systems when faced with cognitive psychology tests. The results shed light on the inconsistencies and shortcomings of
Recent research has unveiled a startling discovery – even individuals with an average sense of smell may be unknowingly living with a natural gas leak in their homes. A study published in Environmental Research Letters sheds light on the fact that minor gas leaks can significantly impact indoor air quality by introducing a variety of
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