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Chondrules in a meteorite sample

Scientists Trace Jupiter’s Origins Using Ancient Rock Raindrop

Ancient droplets in meteorites trace the history of planet formation.

No quantum exorcism

The interplay between quantum theory and thermodynamics

No quantum exorcism for Maxwell's demon.

Heavy-duty vehicle

A novel design concept for fuel cell electrolytes

Advancing net-zero carbon goals.

Embryonic stem cells

AI predicts ‘mini-organs’ development at an early stage

AI beats experts in predicting the future quality of "mini-organs."

As the Arctic warms, dust from snow- and ice-free areas increases. It promotes the formation of ice crystals in clouds, making clouds thinner.

As the Arctic warms, dust from snow- and ice-free areas increases

Researchers show complex relationship between Arctic warming and Arctic dust.

Brighter and more efficient LEDs that don't droop.

New way to make LEDs brighter and more efficient

Researchers found a way to make LEDs brighter while maintaining their efficiency.

Stomidazolone, an imidazolone compound, reduces number of stomata by interfering MUTE-SCRM heterodimerization.

Novel chemical treatment reduces the number of water-regulating plant pores

A chemical compound that effectively regulates the density of stomata in model plants.

Image showing heart

A new hope for preventing heart failure and reducing fibrosis

As people age, more patients are developing heart failure. A study from Nagoya University found that an enzyme called PKN is linked to heart...

New adhesive using elastomer makes lighter, more carbon-efficient vehicles possible.

Stronger, more flexible adhesive can enable design of lighter vehicles

New adhesive using elastomer makes lighter, more carbon-efficient vehicles possible.

Mass production of metal nanowires possible by breakthrough technique.

Breakthrough technique for growing the tiny metal nanowires

The mass production of metal nanowires is possible using this new technique.

Preventing counterfeiting by adding dye to liquid crystals to create uncrackable coded tags.

Creating anti-counterfeiting labels for high-value goods

Preventing counterfeiting by adding dye to liquid crystals to create uncrackable coded tags.

Revolutionary loop heat pipe transports 10 kW of waste heat -- No electricity required.

Loop heat pipe transports up to 10 kW of heat without electricity

This heat transport capability is the largest in the world.

Image showing Researchers discovered a link between high blood pressure and tellurium, a contaminant found in various plant-based foods.

Tellurium contamination linked to high blood pressure

High levels of tellurium, a contaminant from mining and manufacturing, can raise the risk of high blood pressure. Better monitoring of tellurium in foods...

Heat-switch device boosts lunar rover longevity in harsh Moon climate.

New heat switch device promises to extend lunar rover lifespan

The device boosts lunar rover longevity in harsh Moon climates.

Image showing A head-mounted device generates an ultra-low frequency ultralow magnetic field, known as an Extremely Low Frequency Magnetic Environment (ELF-ELME)

New magnetic device offers hope for depression treatment

Depression treated with low-frequency magnetic fields.

senior couple having breakfast

Treating Parkinson’s by targeting the gut-brain axis with B vitamins

Gut microbiota study in Parkinson's using shotgun sequencing.

Midsection of man eating ice cream

Changes in brain neuron shape lead to middle-aged obesity

Melanocortin-4 receptor neuronal cilia shorten with age, contributing to obesity.

3D model

AI reveals mysteries of polycrystalline materials

A new method for understanding small defects.

Counting carbon

A new method to confirm carbon capture in concrete

Confirming CO2 origins could be useful for emissions trading.

bioluminescence in sea cucumbers

Study presents evidence of previously unknown luminosity in 10 deep-sea species

It takes us deep into the watery world of sea cucumbers and reveals their ability to emit light.

The importance of the Earth’s atmosphere

The importance of the Earth’s upper atmosphere in developing large geomagnetic storms

This research may help predict the storms that will have the greatest consequences.

Futuristic Healing Doctor39s Work in HighTech Hospital Generative Ai

Scientists use AI to develop advanced gastric acid treatment

Creating new drugs with deep learning and gastric proton pump structures.

3d render of a medical background with male figure with tumors in brain highlighted.

Targeting TUG1 gene to treat brain tumors and replication stress

TUG1's role in resolving R-loops at microsatellite sites for cancer cell growth.

Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are vesicles with lipid-bilayer structures (shown in center), and three proteins

Three previously unknown proteins offer a new way to diagnose ovarian cancer

A new detection method for identification of ovarian cancer.

Image shows printed circuit board and capacitors.

Nanosheet technology boosts the energy density of dielectric capacitors

A nanosheet device with the highest energy storage performance yet seen.

Purinergic neurons

Scientists discovered the role of ATP in ovulation

Uncovering the role of ATP in ovulation suggests new treatment for infertility.

GHZ2/GLASS-z12

Astronomers measured the cosmic age of a most distant galaxy

This discovery confirms the existence of galaxies in the very early Universe found by the JWST.

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