EnvironmentOcean 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…
BiologyGene 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…
EnvironmentCarbonate–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 AnimalsA 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…
TechnologyNew 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…
TechnologyLong-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…
EnvironmentSoil 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…
PsychologyConspiracy 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…
EnvironmentBiogeochemical 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…
ScienceBio-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…
TechnologyResearchers Find Methods for Quickly Drying and Redispersing Cellulose Nanocrystals Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) are a type of nanomaterial that can be extracted from cellulose, which is the most abundant natural polymer on earth and the…
TechnologyAI Accelerator An AI accelerator, also known as a neural network accelerator or deep learning accelerator, is a specialized hardware component designed to perform the computationally intensive…