Columbus, OH

Chicago, IL

Researchers at the University of Chicago have made strides in developing an optical memory using MnBi2Te4, a magnetic topological insulator with properties that respond rapidly to light. This discovery could revolutionize data storage, making it faster and more energy-efficient. The material also exhibits a unique duality in electronic states, balancing...

MnBi2Te4 Unveiled: A Breakthrough in Quantum and Optical Memory Technology

Scientists have created artificial double-helical complexes with properties that allow for controllable chirality switching. DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, is the molecular system responsible for carrying genetic information in living organisms, utilizing its two helical strands to transcribe and amplify this information. Scientists are highly interested in developing artificial molecular systems that can match or even exceed the functionality of DNA. Double-helical foldamers represent one such promising molecular system.

DNA Doppelgängers: Scientists Develop Artificial Molecules With Life-Like Properties

New research challenges the prevailing single-origin theory of symbiosis in plants, advocating for a multiple-origin theory that could impact the genetic engineering of crops, supported by a recent study and a significant NSF grant. A Mississippi State faculty member is challenging the recent “single-origin” theory of root nodule symbiosis (RNS)—the...

Unearthing Nature’s Secrets: New Research Challenges the “Single-Origin” Theory of Symbiosis

Researchers have developed a revolutionary two-photon fluorescence microscope that captures neural activity at high speed and cellular resolution, offering unprecedented insights into brain function. This new approach, which images faster and with less harm to brain tissue than traditional methods, could transform our understanding of how neurons communicate in real-time,...

Revolutionary Two-Photon Microscope Captures Brain Activity in Real-Time

In the quest to unravel the complexities of neural circuits, scientists are beginning to use genetically encoded voltage indicators (GEVIs) to visualize electrical activity in the brain. These indicators are crucial for understanding how neurons communicate and process information. However, the effectiveness of one-photon (1P) versus two-photon (2P) voltage imaging has remained a topic of debate. A recent study by researchers at Harvard University sheds light on the relative merits and limitations of these two imaging techniques, providing valuable insights for the scientific community.

New insights into neural circuit imaging: A comparison of one-photon and two-photon techniques

Research indicates that the largest T. rex could have weighed up to 15 tonnes and measured 15 meters, significantly larger than any currently known specimens, suggesting potential for even larger discoveries as paleontological efforts continue. New research published in the journal Ecology and Evolution assesses the maximum possible sizes of...

Paleontological Surprise: New Research Indicates That T. rex Was Much Larger Than Previously Thought

Interesting Engineering

Polyethylene microplastics from waste dropper bottles can be efficiently transformed into graphene using APMP synthesis

Plastics turned into 200x stronger material than steel, can be used in industries

Seismologists measure tremors from distances up to 5000 km away. On September 16, 2023, a massive wave struck a fjord on Greenland’s east coast, leaving evidence of flooding up to 200 meters (650 feet) high in some areas. Researchers, led by Angela Carrillo Ponce from the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ), have analyzed seismic data from earthquake monitoring stations worldwide and uncovered another remarkable event. The megatsunami triggered a standing wave that oscillated back and forth in the narrow, uninhabited Dickson Fjord for over a week. The international team has published their findings in the journal The Seismic Records.

650 Feet High: The Megatsunami That Rocked Greenland’s East Coast

University of Chicago and Northwestern researchers have developed a new method to warm Mars by over 50 degrees Fahrenheit using engineered dust particles, which could make the planet suitable for microbial life and future human colonization. This approach utilizes resources found on Mars and could be 5,000 times more efficient...

Making Mars Livable: Efficient Terraforming With Engineered Nanoparticles

Research on over 24,000 men revealed that low testosterone levels significantly increase the risks of death from all causes and cardiovascular issues, underlining the hormone’s impact on aging men’s health. A systematic review and meta-analysis revealed that men with low baseline levels of endogenous serum testosterone face a...

Low Testosterone in Men Linked to Increased Risk for Death

Recordings from thousands of neurons reveal how a person’s brain abstractly represents acts of reasoning. Researchers have identified how the brain forms cognitive maps during inferential reasoning by analyzing neurons in epilepsy patients. The hippocampus, traditionally linked to physical space mapping, also structures cognitive processes. This study highlights how experiential and verbal learning impact neural representations, offering insights for potential neurological treatments.

Scientists Capture Thought in Stunning New Detail

Aerobic methane-oxidizing bacteria (MOB) remain active even in oxygen-free water. MOB contain specific genes that are used for methane-based fermentation and allow the bacteria to act as a sink for methane carbon. The importance of MOB for methane degradation is expected to grow as climate change affects conditions in anoxic...

Methane-Oxidizing Bacteria Combat Climate Change

Las Vegas, NV

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Bellingham Metro News

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck areas near Las Vegas on Tuesday night, according to the United States Geological Service (USGS). The quake, which occurred at 8:06 p.m., was centered approximately 45 minutes from Las Vegas, near Indian Springs.

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Shakes Areas Near Las Vegas

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

While astronomers search for black holes in the darkness of space, forestry researchers have discovered a super black material here on Earth. These extremely dark materials are used in the space, solar energy, and jewelry industries, and the new super-black wood could provide a sustainable alternative to the usual paints or veneers used to create ultra-black surfaces.

Super-black material created from etched wood

Recent research on phages—bacteria-infecting viruses—reveals that the number and interactions of phages during infection impact their entry into host cells, influenced by the cell’s electrophysiology. This discovery opens new avenues for understanding phage behavior and its implications for biotechnology. Researchers have studied the process by which phages—viruses...

The Tug-of-War Inside Bacteria: New Study Sheds Light on Viral Infection Mechanisms

PrISMa revolutionizes the field of carbon capture by combining insights from materials science, engineering, and economic analysis to predict the effectiveness of new technologies. This innovative platform not only enhances the development of carbon capture solutions but also ensures their sustainability and economic viability, effectively closing the gap between laboratory...

Can PrISMa Save Our Planet? Inside the New Carbon Capture Phenomenon

The Minamata Convention on Mercury aims to reduce global mercury emissions, but a recent study suggests these efforts may not be enough. Researchers found that soil holds far more mercury than previously estimated, particularly in plant-dense areas and regions with permafrost. As climate change promotes vegetation growth, this could lead to increased soil mercury levels, potentially counteracting global reduction efforts.

The Surprising Way Climate Change Could Make Soil More Toxic

Geophysicists using seismic data from NASA’s Insight lander have discovered a significant underground water reservoir on Mars, potentially enough to have once filled ancient oceans. This reservoir, trapped within the mid-crust of Mars, suggests that the red planet’s water did not entirely escape into space but was absorbed into...

Subsurface Oceans on Mars? NASA’s InSight Uncovers Vast Reservoir of Liquid Water

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

NewsBreak

New Research Challenges Conventional Wisdom on Wet Surface Adhesion

In a significant shift in understanding, scientists have found that water can improve adhesion under certain conditions, challenging the longstanding belief that water impedes this process....

New Research Challenges Conventional Wisdom on Wet Surface Adhesion

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