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An ultra-degree-of-freedom structured vector beam
Credit: by Yijie Shen Typically, light emitted from standard lasers has a controllable degree of freedom (DoF) which may be...
Scientists adapt solar energy technology to detect chemical warfare agents & pesticides
Researchers are harnessing next-generation photovoltaics materials to create a fast, accurate testing mechanism for harmful compoundsCredit: Shutterstock In a colourful...
Protein controlling magnesium identified as therapeutic target for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Patients with liver disease have significantly elevated expression of CNNM4 protein, which modulates magnesium in the liverCredit: CIC bioGUNE An...
Limiting invasive species may be a better goal than eliminating them
U of A biologist leads new study on "functional eradication" to curtail numbers of invasive species based on achievable targets...
High-resolution ocean model provides insight into sea turtles’ lost years
Model shows where hatchlings likely travel in the open oceanCredit: Cheryl Harrison An exquisitely detailed global ocean model simulation from...
Research contributes to understanding of hypersonic flow
Study simulated a control surface at the end of a wing used to maneuver an aircraftCredit: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign...
New microcomb could help discover exoplanets and detect diseases
Credit: Photo: Mia Halleröd Palmgren, Collage: Yen Strandqvist /Chalmers Tiny photonic devices could be used to find new exoplanets, monitor...
Purdue Research Foundation partners with IdentifySensors Biologics for COVID-19 technology
Credit: Purdue University/Chris Adam WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - IdentifySensors Biologics, a Purdue University-affiliated technology firm developing a rapid diagnostic platform...
Air pollution fell sharply during lockdown
Traffic significantly underestimated as cause of nitrogen oxide pollution in citiesCredit: University of Innsbruck The far-reaching mobility restrictions at the...
Gender assumptions harm progress on climate adaption and resilience
Credit: Jacqui Lau. Scientists say outdated assumptions around gender continue to hinder effective and fair policymaking and action for climate...
Researchers urge greater awareness of delayed skin reactions to Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
These reactions should not discourage patients from getting the vaccine, say researchers at Massachusetts General HospitalCredit: Massachusetts General Hospital BOSTON...
Mobile app helps young adults talk with friends about risky drug, alcohol use
Credit: Photo by L. Brian Stauffer CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- A smartphone app called Harbor, currently under development by researchers at...
MDI Biological Laboratory receives funding to address arsenic threat
Maine CDC grant will support improving access to safe drinking waterCredit: MDI Biological Laboratory BAR HARBOR, MAINE -- The MDI...
High end of climate sensitivity in new climate models seen as less plausible
Credit: Image by Chenggong Wang, Program in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Princeton University A recent analysis of the latest generation...
UTA researcher examining potentially less invasive treatment for peripheral artery disease
Nanoparticle delivery offers hope to those with peripheral artery diseaseCredit: UT Arlington A University of Texas at Arlington bioengineer is...
Nature: new compound for male contraceptive pill
Dr. Wei Yan discovered a natural compound that exhibits almost ideal male contraceptive effects in pre-clinical studiesCredit: The Lundquist Institute...
Mantis shrimp inspires new breed of light sensors
Credit: Ali Altaqui Inspired by the eyes of mantis shrimp, researchers have developed a new kind of optical sensor that...
Camera traps reveal newly discovered biodiversity relationship
Data scientists analyze photos from 15 tropical rainforestsCredit: Daniel Gorczynski HOUSTON - (March 3, 2021) - In one of the...
‘Best case’ goals for climate warming which could still result in massive wildfire risk
A seemingly small difference in global warming levels could greatly impact wildfires worldwide, researchers have foundCredit: Pexels Under the 2015...
Diversity of fish species supply endangered killer whale diet throughout the year
Chinook salmon play major role as Southern Resident prey across seasons.Credit: Candice Emmons/NOAA Fisheries and reference NMFS permit number 16163...
