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Turning Plastic Waste Into Versatile Building Blocks for Organic Chemistry Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have developed a new chemical process that upcycles polyesters, including PET in plastic bottles, to morpholine amide, a versatile and valuable building block for synthesizing a ...
Everywhere scientists have searched for microplastics, they have discovered their presence— in our food, water, air, and even some human body parts. However, the examination of our innermost organs, which are not directly exposed to the environment, remains limited. A new pilot study involving indiv...
A novel complex frequency wave method solves optical loss, advancing superimaging and nanophotonics. A collaborative research team led by Interim Head of Physics Professor Shuang Zhang from The University of Hong Kong (HKU), along with the National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Imperial Col...
Breaking Brain Cancer Barriers: New Gene Therapy Effectively Targets Glioblastoma
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In a first-in-human phase 1 trial in 41 patients with recurrent glioblastoma, an oncolytic virus treatment designed by Brigham researchers extended survival, especially among those with pre-existing viral antibodies. In a first-in-human phase 1 trial in 41 patients with recurrent glioblastoma, an on...
Improved Material Can Maintain Complex Shapes and Biodegrades in Seawater Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed an innovative plastic that surpasses the strength and elasticity of the current standard type and boasts self-healing properties when heated. This material, which is also s...
A new theoretical approach allows the alteration of α-RuCl3‘s magnetic properties through quantum fluctuations in an optical cavity, providing a laser-free avenue for material manipulation. Researchers in Germany and the USA have produced the first theoretical demonstration that the magnetic s...
Researchers have integrated laser-induced superconductivity on a chip, marking a breakthrough in optoelectronics. Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for the Structure and Dynamics of Matter (MPSD) in Hamburg, Germany, have shown that a previously demonstrated ability to turn on superconductivity...
Engineers will go beyond the ends of the Earth to find more performance for future Mars helicopters. For the first time in history, two planets have been home to testing future aircraft designs. On this world, a new rotor that could be used with next-generation Mars helicopters was recently tested a...
New Study: The Ocean Is Emitting Millions of Pounds of Plastic Into the Atmosphere
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A new study quantifies how much microplastic is sent into the air from ocean spray. When sea bubbles pop, they launch tiny particles, like salt or organic fragments, into the atmosphere. This activity transfers a considerable amount of material, which can impact the world’s climate by altering...
Vectorial adaptive optics (V-AO) is an innovative approach to correct phase and polarization aberrations in optical systems. It improves resolution and vector field uniformity, impacting fields like biomedical imaging, astronomy, and nanofabrication. Adaptive optics (AO) is a technique used for real...
Fishing nets, carpets, and clothing decompose without producing harmful byproducts. Many people are familiar of the disturbing scenes of marine creatures, such as sea turtles, dolphins, and seals, ensnared in discarded fishing nets. The main issue behind Nylon-6, a plastic found in these nets as wel...
Revolutionary Optical Device Powered by Innovative Conjoined “Racetracks” Design
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Researchers at Caltech have advanced the technology of frequency microcombs by using ultra-low-loss silicon nitride, overcoming challenges in dispersion through innovative design. This development could lead to the integration of microcombs in compact devices, benefiting from cost-effective manufact...
Antarctica’s Last Chance: Urgent Climate Measures Needed To Avert Ice Sheet Disaster, Researchers Warn
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New research from Northumbria University suggests that there is a limited time frame before irreversible, large-scale ice loss begins in Antarctica. According to two recent studies from Northumbria University, there’s a limited window of time to prevent large-scale and irreversible melting of ...
By gathering more intricate thermal data, this novel method could enhance autonomous navigation, material recognition, security, and other applications. Researchers have created a novel technology utilizing meta-optical devices for thermal imaging. This method offers more detailed information about ...
Unlocking the Future of Light-Based Technology: New Approach Overcomes Optical Loss
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A research group, jointly led by Professor Shuang Zhang, Interim Head of the Physics Department at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), and Professor Qing Dai of the National Center for Nanoscience and Technology in China, has presented a solution to a common problem in the realm of nanophotonics – th...
NASA has proven powered, controlled flight is possible on other worlds, just as the Wright brothers proved it was possible on Earth. NASA’s history-making Ingenuity Mars Helicopter has ended its mission at the Red Planet after surpassing expectations and making dozens more flights than planned. Whil...
Engineered Bacteria Eat Waste Plastic and Make Spider Silk – “Nature’s Kevlar”
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For the first time, researchers have used bacteria to “upcycle” waste polyethylene. Move over Spider-Man: Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a strain of bacteria that can turn plastic waste into a biodegradable spider silk with multiple uses. Transforming Plastic Into Pro...
Oxford researchers outline a roadmap for a sustainable, net zero plastic economy, advocating for reduced demand, renewable raw materials, a significant increase in recycling, and integration with renewable energy. Researchers from the Oxford Martin Programme on the Future of Plastics, University of ...
University of Pittsburgh’s Nathan Youngblood is pioneering optical computing to boost AI and computing efficiency, supported by significant grants and focused on creating a diverse tech workforce. The exponential demand for high computing power is far exceeding the capabilities of current elec...
NASA’s Perseverance Mars Rover Spots Ingenuity Helicopter at Its Final Resting Place
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Ingenuity’s groundbreaking mission concludes after 72 flights, while Perseverance’s exploration of Mars enters an exciting phase, focusing on geological discoveries that could shed light on the planet’s ancient history. After 72 flights and 17 kilometers flown, it is finally time f...