Efficient energy conversion devices for powering electronic devices and heating homes necessitate a detailed understanding of how molecules move and vibrate when undergoing light-induced chemical reactions. Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have successfully visualized the distortions of chemical bonds in a methane molecule after it absorbs light, loses
EPFL scientists have developed a new technique for creating “density waves” in an atomic gas that could revolutionize our understanding of quantum matter. The research was published in the journal Nature on May 24. According to Professor Jean-Philippe Brantut at EPFL, “Cold atomic gases were well known in the past for the ability to ‘program’
Researchers at Oregon State University and Baylor University have discovered a groundbreaking technique to lower the energy consumption of photonic chips utilized in data centers and supercomputers. The study has been published in the Scientific Reports journal. Data centers can consume up to 50 times more energy per square foot of floor space than a
Surgical incisions are an essential aspect of wound healing, but not all incisions are the same. While a straight cut may be preferred by some, a zig-zagging path can reduce scar tissue, making it a preferred method for some cosmetic procedures. A recent study by researchers at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has found
A recent study by researchers from the University of Michigan in the US has found that fruit flies tricked into feeling hungry end up living longer even when they eat plenty of calories. The findings suggest that the perception of insatiable hunger alone can trigger the anti-aging effects of intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting has become
Astrophysicists have long been intrigued by the nature of the first stars in the universe, which have left only traces of their presence. However, evidence traced in images from the James Webb Space Telescope now suggests that after the appearance of the first stars, there were fusion-powered balls of heat and fury, known as “chonker”
An astronomer from South Korea has recently reported that a sunspot four times the size of Earth is lined up with the Sun, and it is so large that it could be seen with the naked eye provided that the observer has the appropriate equipment to observe it safely. The astronomer has advised amateur astronomers
A recent study by a group of international researchers has revealed that toxic substances from gut bacteria can interfere with the functioning of fat cells and contribute to obesity. The study’s findings could help in the development of new treatments for excessive and dangerous weight gain in the future. According to the researchers, these toxic
The Solar System is abundant in water, with planets and moons loaded with it, and comets from the far reaches carrying it. However, while water ice has been detected in the asteroid belt, its vapor has been strangely missing until now. But thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), scientists can now confirm that
A group of scientists from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) has built a demonstration of the plasma transducer, which is a set of parallel wires that can ionize air particles to create a loudspeaker. They have come up with a new concept called the active “plasmacoustic metalayer” that can cancel out noise. The scientists
As the world moves towards renewable energy, there is a need for new technologies for storing and distributing energy to homes and electric vehicles. The current standard for energy storage has been the lithium-ion battery containing liquid electrolytes. However, this solution is far from ideal due to its low efficiency and the liquid electrolyte’s propensity
Cryptocurrency mining has become increasingly popular in recent years, but little attention has been paid to the environmental impact of this activity. Estimates suggest that the global electricity usage for cryptocurrency assets like Bitcoin is between 120 and 240 billion kilowatt-hours per year, which is more than what some countries like Argentina and Australia use
TikTok has filed a lawsuit against the state of Montana to stop the implementation of an overall ban on the video-sharing app. The ban, set to start in 2024, has been deemed unconstitutional by TikTok as it violates the right to free speech protected by the constitution. Montana Governor Supports Ban Montana Governor Greg Gianforte
Research has shown that what goes on inside our heads can profoundly influence our body’s typical functions. A new study conducted by a team of researchers from Australia suggests that mental illness might manifest in the body even more obviously than it does in the brain. The study finds that poor physical health scores could
As the number of computer vulnerabilities and bugs continue to increase, cyber defenders are struggling to track, prioritize and prevent all the threats and attacks. With over 213,800 known “keys” or vulnerabilities in computer systems, and likely many more unknown, it is impossible for any one person or team to manage all the information. The
