In the midst of shifting attitudes and changing legislation surrounding cannabis in the United States, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of individuals using the drug on a regular basis. Recent data, analyzed by researchers from the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville, indicates that cannabis use has been steadily
Sarah Gillis, a 30-year-old SpaceX engineer, is gearing up to make history by becoming the first civilian to partake in a spacewalk alongside pilot Jared Isaacman. This groundbreaking event will see them venture into the emptiness of space in experimental new space suits. While Scott Poteet and Anna Menon will remain in the capsule, all
The ocean plays a crucial role in the global carbon cycle, acting as a sink for approximately one-quarter of the carbon dioxide emitted by human activities each year. Recent research published in Nature Geoscience has shed light on a previously overlooked factor in this process – rainfall. The study, co-authored by a University of Hawai’i
Iron compounds have been shown to absorb light differently based on small changes in their chemical structure. Specifically, the second coordination sphere, which is not directly bound to the iron atom, plays a crucial role in influencing the behavior of these compounds. By adding protons, the reaction of the iron complexes to absorbed light is
Exploring the boundaries of quantum dynamics has led scientists to the discovery of non-Hermitian systems, which offer a glimpse into the intricate interplay between dissipation, interactions with the environment, and gain-and-loss mechanisms. These systems present unique properties not found in traditional Hermitian systems, such as boundary localization, which have promising applications in photonics and condensed
The concept of “calories in, calories out” is often oversimplified when it comes to weight management. From the moment food enters your mouth to the time it leaves your body, a complex interplay of digestive processes and gut microbiome activities takes place. Enzymes in various parts of your digestive system break down food for absorption,
In a recent study conducted by Professor Sheng Zhigao and his research team at the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, a remarkable discovery was made regarding the nonlinear magnetic second harmonic generation (MSHG) induced by the ferromagnetic order in monolayer CrPS4. This groundbreaking observation sheds light on the previously
The algorithm developed by Prakash Vedula, Ph.D., a professor at the University of Oklahoma School of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, has made waves in the world of quantum computing. It has been integrated into advanced computing software by Google and IBM, marking a significant advancement in the field. The Shukla-Vedula algorithm, as it is named
Embarking on an ambitious orbital expedition is no small feat, as demonstrated by the private crew of the SpaceX Polaris Dawn mission led by Shift4 Payments CEO Jared Isaacman. This daring journey takes them deeper into the cosmos than any humans have ventured in half a century. The mission, which launched from the Kennedy Space
Weight-loss diets that are centered around reducing carbohydrate intake, such as the keto diet, have gained popularity in recent years. However, a study from Australia has raised concerns about the potential long-term negative impacts of these diets, particularly for individuals without diabetes. While low-carb meal plans may be beneficial for managing weight and blood sugar
Rohit Velankar, a senior at Fox Chapel Area High School, was curious about how the elasticity of a container impacts the way its fluid drains. What started as a science fair project turned into a collaborative effort with his father, Sachin Velankar, a professor of chemical and petroleum engineering at the University of Pittsburgh Swanson
The groundbreaking collaboration between researchers from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and Voxalytic GmbH has led to the development of a novel method that has the potential to revolutionize the elucidation of the chiral structure of molecules. This method, utilizing nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, marks a significant advancement in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
The recent detection of neutrino interactions at the Short-Baseline Near Detector (SBND) at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory marks a significant milestone in the field of particle physics. This article will delve into the implications of this groundbreaking discovery and shed light on the potential implications for future research in the realm of neutrino physics. Neutrinos,
Ribonucleic acid (RNA) is a crucial biological molecule that plays an essential role in the genetics of organisms and the evolution of life on Earth. A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences sheds light on how the process of RNA folding at low temperatures can offer new insights into
The School of Engineering at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has made groundbreaking strides in the field of additive manufacturing with the development of a new method for producing geometrically complex cellular ceramics. This method, known as the Surface Tension-Driven Route Toward Programmed Cellular Ceramics, has the potential to transform the
