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Science News for October 30, 2022


Antioxidant benefits of honey explored

A recent study by University of the West of Scotland found that citrus honey has significantly higher antioxidant activity than other types of floral honey. The research discovered compounds such as hesperetin, linalool, and caffeic acid in citrus honey, which are linked to its enhanced antioxidant properties.

SourceUniversity of the West of Scotland·JournalAntioxidants·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateOct 30, 2022

Uncovering the massive quantum mysteries of black holes

Researchers at the University of Queensland have confirmed black hole quantum properties, including superposition and wildly different masses simultaneously. The study reinforces early theories by Jacob Bekenstein, postulating that black holes can only have specific mass values within certain bands or ratios.

SourceUniversity of Queensland·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateOct 30, 2022

Tapping into seawater's energetic potential

A KAUST-led team creates selective anode catalysts for stable and efficient hydrogen evolution in seawater splitting. The nanoreactors exhibited high electrocatalytic activity and stability due to their unique structure, isolating the electrolysis from side reactions.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalChem Catalysis·DateOct 30, 2022
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

The Israeli coastline is contaminated with over two tons of microplastics

A Tel Aviv University study reveals that the Israeli shoreline is contaminated with more than two million tons of microplastics, with Tel Aviv and Hadera beaches being the most polluted. The researchers warn that exposure to microplastic waste is unavoidable and poses a risk to human health.

SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalMarine Pollution Bulletin·DateOct 30, 2022

Just like humans, more intelligent jays have greater self-control

A study found that Eurasian jays with greater self-control can pass a version of the 'marshmallow test' and score higher on intelligence tests. The researchers believe that this self-control may have evolved as a result of the birds' need to delay gratification in order to plan for future meals.

SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalPhilosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 30, 2022

Warning of the need to standardize the beach safety signage system

Researchers at the University of the Basque Country analyzed beach safety flags and their management in Northern Spain, finding a lack of uniformity in colors, shapes, and sizes. A standardized system could improve safety, especially with inadequate signage and double markings that provide contradictory information.

SourceUniversity of the Basque Country·JournalMarine Policy·DateOct 30, 2022
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.

Genuine multipartite nonlocality verified

Scientists verified genuine multipartite nonlocality, demonstrating that bipartite and tripartite correlations cannot explain all natural correlations. The study used Local operation and shared randomness to rule out local explanations, paving the way for future experiments on more extensive quantum systems.

SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateOct 30, 2022

Advances in selective laser sintering of polymers

Researchers at Fudan University reviewed fundamental mechanisms and recent developments in selective laser sintering of polymers. The study highlights the need for innovative materials, sintering methods, and post-processing techniques to improve the efficiency and performance of SLS polymer parts.

SourceInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·JournalInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·DateOct 30, 2022