The new devices have electron-mobility values higher than amorphous silicon, low threshold voltages, and high operational stability. They can be produced at room temperature, making them compatible with flexible plastic substrates.
A global ocean observing system is crucial to measure the health of our oceans and respond to climate change. The Partnership for Observation of the Global Oceans urges completion of a comprehensive system within 10 years.
Cambridge researchers identified distinct brain patterns in individuals with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and their close family members. This discovery could lead to more accurate diagnosis and prediction of OCD risk, as well as a better understanding of the underlying causes of the condition.
Scientists are uncertain about nanotechnology's health and environmental implications, with concerns about pollution, new health problems, and job losses outweighing benefits. The disconnect between scientific understanding and public perception hinders informed discussion and policy.
A review of 62 Mayo Clinic patients who underwent cryoablation to treat cancerous kidney tumors found that all patients remained cancer-free for up to two and a half years after the procedure. The treatment's effectiveness was demonstrated by the successful elimination of 89 out of 91 tumors in a single treatment session.