Science News for December 3, 2017

Astronomer's map reveals location of mysterious fast-moving gas

Australian scientist Dr. Tobias Westmeier has created the most detailed map ever of high-velocity gas clouds in the Universe, revealing over 13% of the sky is covered by these mysterious clouds. The map shows gas clouds moving at speeds of up to a few hundred kilometers per second and provides new clues about their origin.

SourceInternational Centre for Radio Astronomy Research·JournalMonthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society·DateDec 3, 2017

Two former ASCB presidents win Breakthrough Prizes

Don Cleveland and Peter Walter are recognized for their pioneering work in cell biology, with focus on protein synthesis and chromosome movement. The Breakthrough Prize acknowledges their contributions to advancing our understanding of cellular mechanisms.

SourceAmerican Society for Cell Biology·DateDec 3, 2017

Sustainable solvent platform for photon upconversion increases solar utilization efficiency

Scientists developed a novel material platform for TTA photon upconversion using cheaper, less toxic, and thermally stable DESs. This achievement boosts the conversion of low-energy photons into high-energy photons, increasing solar energy utilization efficiency.

SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Chemistry Chemical Physics·DateDec 3, 2017

Megagrant won by Kazan University

The new center aims to restore temperature regimes in sedimentary basins using geochronology and thermochronology. This approach is expected to be effective and economical for companies searching for petroleum.

SourceKazan Federal University·DateDec 3, 2017

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.