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Science News for August 3, 2025


Machine learning tailored anodes for efficient hydrogen energy generation in proton‑conducting solid oxide electrolysis cells

Researchers have developed machine learning tailored anodes that accelerate green-hydrogen production by overcoming noble-metal dependence and enabling more-than-Moore energy systems. The optimized anode materials exhibit improved proton-hopping barriers, OER over-potential, and thermal compatibility.

SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 3, 2025

Application of spatial and single-cell omics in tumor immunotherapy biomarkers

Emerging technologies like spatial and single-cell omics improve our understanding of tumor biology and facilitate personalized cancer immunotherapies. These approaches enable researchers to identify novel biomarkers that predict therapeutic responses and monitor disease progression in real-time, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalLabMed Discovery·TypeObservational study·DateAug 3, 2025

​​​​​​​The Lancet: Plastic pollution is an underrecognised threat to health, experts warn as they launch a project to track plastics’ health impacts and monitor progress

A new project aims to track the health impacts of plastics and monitor progress in reducing their effects on human health. The Lancet Countdown on Health and Plastics will identify and document indicators that highlight the risks associated with plastic production, use, and disposal.

SourceThe Lancet·JournalThe Lancet·TypeLiterature review·DateAug 3, 2025

From waste to energy – weeds as a source of biofuel

Researchers at University of Queensland have found that Brazilian Nightshade and Climbing Asparagus can be converted into market-grade pellets, providing an alternative to wood-based biofuels. The study aims to reduce the environmental footprint of agriculture by utilizing invasive weeds as a source of biomass.

SourceUniversity of Queensland·JournalSustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments·DateAug 3, 2025