The use of MXene materials as catalysts for the oxygen evolution reaction in electrolytic water splitting has recently been demonstrated by an international team of researchers. Led by HZB chemist Michelle Browne, the team has shown that functionalized MXenes are superior to traditional metal oxide catalysts in terms of stability and efficiency. This discovery has
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Exploding Head Syndrome (EHS) is a fascinating yet poorly understood sleep disorder that has been baffling medical professionals for centuries. Characterized by abrupt loud noises or a sense of explosion inside the head during the transition from wakefulness to sleep, EHS belongs to a family of sleep disorders known as parasomnias. While it has been
Boeing’s crew transport space capsule, known as the Starliner, recently faced a setback as it returned to Earth without its two-person crew onboard. This remotely piloted return marked the end of a troubled test flight to the International Space Station, leaving astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita “Suni” Williams stranded on the station due to thruster
The landscape of journalism is rapidly changing, with the rise of digital disruption and the increasing presence of big tech companies in the news industry. While tech giants like Google and Facebook have been hailed as saviors of journalism through initiatives like the Google News Initiative, there are complex implications to consider. The financial and
Apple, known for its revolutionary technology, is set to launch a groundbreaking iPhone 16 that will incorporate artificial intelligence into its core functionalities. This development marks a significant shift in the smartphone industry and is poised to redefine user experiences. Over the years, Apple has released several iPhone models that have captured the hearts of
Accessing adequate dental care in the UK has become increasingly difficult for many individuals. The decline of NHS dentistry, combined with budget cuts, has led to the emergence of “dental deserts” across the country. These are areas where minimal or no NHS dental health care provision is available, and private care is often unaffordable. The
Paper cuts are one of those minor injuries that most people have experienced at some point in their lives. However, despite their common occurrence, the physics behind how a thin piece of paper can slice into human skin is not well understood. Physicists from the Technical University of Denmark recently conducted experiments to shed light
Alzheimer’s disease is a complex condition that continues to baffle researchers worldwide. One of the many intriguing connections being explored is the relationship between poor sleep and the progression of the disease. A study conducted in 2023 shed some light on this topic, indicating that using sleeping pills to improve sleep quality may have a
The human papillomavirus (HPV) has long been associated with causing cervical cancer in women. However, recent research from Argentina has shed light on the impact of HPV on male fertility. In a study involving 205 adult males, it was found that strains of HPV associated with a high risk of cancer were linked to a
The Australian government has recently unveiled voluntary artificial intelligence (AI) safety standards and a proposals paper aimed at regulating the use of AI in high-risk scenarios. The government emphasizes the need to build trust in this rapidly evolving technology in order to encourage more widespread adoption. However, the question remains: why is it crucial for
Semiconducting materials that are two-dimensional (2D) in nature have been the subject of much research due to their unique optoelectronic properties. These materials hold great potential for the development of ultra-thin and tunable electronic components. However, one of the challenges faced by researchers has been effectively interfacing these materials with gate dielectrics without encountering interfacial
As contractors across the United States are working diligently to install heat pumps in various residential properties, it is becoming increasingly clear that this technology is a crucial component of the nation’s broader plan towards greater home electrification. Heat pumps, though less flashy than electric cars and less recognized than solar panels, play a significant
The ability to control the direction in which sound waves propagate has always been a challenging task for researchers. However, a recent breakthrough at ETH Zurich has opened up new possibilities by allowing sound waves to travel only in one direction. This groundbreaking research not only has implications for acoustics but can also be extended
In early August 2022, the Oder River, which runs along the German-Polish border, was the scene of a truly devastating environmental disaster. Tons of dead fish, mussels, and snails were spotted floating on the river’s surface, indicating a serious issue brewing beneath the water’s surface. Upon further investigation, scientists discovered that a deadly cocktail of
The debate surrounding the correlation between serotonin and depression is crucial for advancing our understanding of this complex mental health disorder. A recent study conducted by a team of researchers from China has introduced a novel fluorescent probe that can provide valuable insights into the role of serotonin in the pathophysiology of depression. By unveiling
