Chemistry
Sodium Trimetaphosphate
Sodium trimetaphosphate (also known as STMP) is a sodium metaphosphate with the formula Na3P3O9. It has the formula Na3P3O9, but it is also known as…
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Technology
Using a “Smart” Walking Stick Could Make Finding a Seat and Shopping Easier for People Who are Blind
For those who are blind or visually challenged, engineers at the University of Colorado Boulder are creating a new type of walking stick by utilizing…
Environment
Ocean Acidification
Ocean acidification is a process by which the pH of seawater becomes more acidic over time. This occurs when carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere…
Biology
Gene Editing Technology Modified for CRISPR/Cas9 Research into the Evolution of Large Viruses
Gene editing is a process of altering or modifying DNA sequences in a targeted manner. Gene editing can be used to correct genetic defects, create…
Environment
Carbonate–silicate Geochemical Cycle
The carbonate–silicate geochemical cycle is a natural process in which carbon dioxide (CO2) is removed from the Earth’s atmosphere and converted into carbonates through chemical…
Plants and Animals
A Special Microscope Reveals Various Plant Leaf Anti-Icing Techniques
A special microscope reveals various plant leaf anti-icing techniques. Nevertheless, they usually survive frost phases unharmed. Using a special cryo-scanning electron microscope, researchers from the…
Technology
New Nanoparticles and Heating Techniques for Using Temperature Fluctuations as Clean Energy
The process of pyroelectric catalysis (pyro-catalysis) can transform temperature variations in the environment into pure chemical energy, such as hydrogen. However because ambient temperature changes occur…
Technology
Long-Range Ordered Porous Carbon (LOPC), a Novel Form of Carbon, is Discovered
Graphite and diamond are two of the most well-known forms of carbon, but there are many other less common nanoscale allotropes of the element. Among…
Environment
Soil Carbon Feedback
Soil carbon feedback refers to a complex interaction between the Earth’s climate and the amount of carbon stored in soil. When temperatures rise due to…
Psychology
Conspiracy Theory Acceptance may Correlate with Certain Personality Features
A conspiracy theory is a belief or explanation that suggests a group of people or organizations are involved in a secret or illegal plan to…
Environment
Biogeochemical Cycle
A biogeochemical cycle is the movement of chemical elements and compounds through the biological, geological, and chemical components of an ecosystem. These cycles involve the…
Science
Bio-inspired Computing
Bio-inspired computing refers to the development of computational methods that are inspired by biological systems and processes. This approach aims to apply principles and strategies…
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