Researchers at SLAC have made groundbreaking strides in understanding the photoelectric effect, initially described by Einstein. They’ve developed a technique using attosecond X-ray pulses to measure electron-emission delays, revealing discrepancies in existing theories by showing larger-than-expected delays. Their method provides a new tool to study electron-electron interactions, which are fundamental to many technologies, including semiconductors and solar cells.

Beyond Einstein: Attosecond X-Ray Pulses Unlock the Secrets of the Photoelectric Effect

Did you ever wonder what lies at the heart of a spiral galaxy? It’s a roaring, giant black hole known as an active galactic nucleus (AGN). These particular supermassive black holes are extremely energetic regions that are millions to billions of times the mass of our sun and are surrounded by a rotating disk of gas and dust.

Galaxy with an ultra-bright core is concealing a secret

A research team has introduced a novel method for selectively tuning electronic bands in graphene. Their findings, published in Physical Review Letters, showcase the potential of artificial superlattice fields for manipulating different types of band dispersions in graphene. Traditional band engineering methods, such as heterostructures, interfacial strain, and alloying, have...

Kagome superlattice method offers new way to tune graphene's electronic properties

Researchers have leveraged artificial intelligence to enhance the photostability of molecules for solar energy applications, achieving molecules four times more stable than previous ones. Their novel approach involved AI-driven closed-loop experimentation and automated chemical synthesis to uncover the underlying chemical principles of stability, offering fresh insights into molecular design for...

AI Cracks the Chemistry Code to Better, Longer-lasting Solar Panels

Discover the cutting-edge technology powering Gateway, humanity’s first lunar space station. Gateway, soon to be the most powerful solar electric spacecraft, features innovative solar arrays and propulsion technology. This module supports critical Artemis missions and enhances deep space communication, setting the stage for extended human activity around the Moon.

NASA’s Lunar Gateway: Energizing Exploration With Powerful Solar Electric Propulsion

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"It's a giant leap forward for a concept that promises economically viable, zero-carbon heat and electricity." Fusion is a holy grail for the energy sector, theoretically offering abundant, essentially zero-pollution power in a small physical footprint, without the need to use regional natural resources. There have been many milestones as the technology advances, and a new record in magnetic containment has recently been achieved.

Scientists achieve major breakthrough in the quest for limitless energy: 'It's setting a world record'

A team of scientists in the United States has achieved a notable superconductor milestone. This breakthrough involves the development of a novel superconductor material that has the potential to transform quantum computing. Led by Peng Wei, an associate professor of physics and astronomy, the research team combined trigonal tellurium with a surface state on a thin film of gold.

US scientists create new superconductor for quantum computing

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Oregon State University researchers working on a way to make cleaner hydrogen have been busy beavers. As a result, they have developed a material that leverages sunlight to separate hydrogen from water, OSU reported. The science is happening on the molecular level — measured in tiny micromoles. But the team...

Game-changing material turns sunlight and water into clean fuel: 'Sustainable and efficient energy solutions'

Beyond being a delicious addition to a sandwich, mayonnaise may help scientists figure out how to harness the power of nuclear fusion. Mechanical engineers at Pennsylvania's Lehigh University are, per a press release, using Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise — yes, they specified the brand — as a stand-in for plasma, the highly-charged state of matter that occurs when electrons are shed during the collision of atoms.

Scientists Say Secret to Fusion May Lie in Hellmann's Mayonnaise

Streamlining the design process allows engineers and designers to focus on other areas, like improving the efficiency and output of the designed batteries. Korean company LG Energy Solution has slashed the time it takes to design battery cells for electric vehicles and other appliances, thanks to an innovative AI process.

Korean company creates mind-blowing algorithm capable of reducing battery design time: 'A consistent level of design quality and speed'

What do old soda cans, seawater, and caffeine have in common? As Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers discovered, they can all be used to produce hydrogen fuel, which could be a key player in the clean energy transition. Since traditional fuels like gas and oil are the primary causes of...

Scientists make promising hydrogen fuel discovery with old soda cans and seawater: 'This is very interesting'

Researchers have discovered that the same principles governing air turbulence in the troposphere also apply to the thermosphere. A study published in Geophysical Research Letters reveals that turbulence in the thermosphere follows the same physical laws as wind in the lower atmosphere. Additionally, the study found that wind in the thermosphere mainly rotates cyclonically, meaning it turns counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere.

New Study Links Earth’s Weather to the Mysterious Thermosphere

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In summer 2024, the Amistad Reservoir along the U.S.-Mexico border reached historically low water levels, holding less than a quarter of its capacity. This alarming drop was part of broader severe drought conditions in southern Texas and northern Mexico, affecting local agriculture, energy production, and water supply. Heatwaves and prolonged droughts have exacerbated the situation, setting records for high temperatures and pushing the region’s water resources to their limits.

Running on Empty: The Crisis at Amistad Reservoir

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If a traditional nanogenerator produces ten milliwatts of power, this new technology could increase that output to over 1,000 milliwatts.

New nanogenerators achieve 140-fold power density gain, could rival solar cells

There’s an awful lot of junk floating around in space, with recent estimates suggesting there could be more than 25,000 objects in orbit around the Earth right now. We don’t often get to see this junk up close to find out how a lifetime in space affects man-made objects, until now.

A rocket that has spent 15 years in space looks 'remarkably similar' to when it launched

Chemists have developed a method to create carbenes from methanol, enhancing our understanding of molecular formation crucial to life. A team of chemists led by the University of Maryland has developed a new method for creating carbenes, a class of highly reactive yet notoriously short-lived and unstable molecules. Carbenes are involved in many high-energy chemical reactions, such as the creation of carbohydrates, and are crucial precursors to the building blocks of life on Earth—and possibly in space.

Carbenes in Space? New Discovery Could Explain Life’s Cosmic Origins

Chinese scientists and international partners are turning heterogeneous solid-state batteries into homogeneous ones. Their cathode tinkering could solve some performance problems that have plagued promising solid-state power-pack life cycles and other metrics, according to a lab report from the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The research was completed at the Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology.

Scientists make breakthrough discovery with potential to solve major problem in EV batteries: 'This approach is a game-changer'

New research reveals aspects of structure and behavior at the atomic level. Nearly 150 years after its discovery and subsequent addition to the periodic table, gallium continues to reveal its secrets. Scientists from the University of Auckland have recently uncovered new aspects of the metal’s structure and behavior. First...

New Findings Challenge 150-Year-Old Assumptions: Scientists Discover New Properties of Unusual Metal

In 1977, something peculiar happened. A radio telescope at the Ohio State University — the Big Ear, captured a peculiar signal from outer space. This signal was so astonishing that it made astronomer Jerry Ehman utter a profound “WOW!” Now, decades later, the mystery surrounding the signal might finally be unraveling.

New details on 'WOW!' signal transmitted from deep space

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. Forward-looking: Little by little, humankind's understanding of the Moon's water resources continues to advance, giving hope to the possibility that one day it will be able to support permanent human settlements. The latest breakthrough comes from Chinese scientists, who have discovered a method to extract water from lunar soil by harnessing ilmenite's ability to store and release hydrogen when heated. This innovation could significantly reduce the need for Earth-based resupply missions and enable settlers to eventually grow their own food on the Moon.

Scientists develop breakthrough method for extracting water from lunar soil

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Turning Heat Into Custom Light With Advanced Nanotechnology

Researchers at the CUNY Graduate Center have made significant strides in manipulating the optical properties of thermal radiation using metasurfaces. Their latest study demonstrates how these...

Turning Heat Into Custom Light With Advanced Nanotechnology

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