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Science News for February 9, 2025


The opportunity costs of carbon capture

The study found that widespread deployment of carbon capture technology would be more costly and harmful than a global switch to renewable energy. Researchers calculated that replacing fossil fuels with renewables could reduce energy needs by over 54% and avoid hundreds of millions of illnesses and 5 million deaths per year.

SourceStanford University·JournalEnvironmental Science & Technology·DateFeb 9, 2025

Low-cost synthesis of pearlescent pigments achieved using vanadium phosphates

Researchers have developed a low-cost method for producing pearlescent pigments using vanadium phosphates, which are stable in organic solvents and environmentally friendly. The process produces glossy, iridescent pigments with high aspect ratios and can be tailored to achieve specific colors and finishes.

SourceTohoku University·JournalJournal of Alloys and Compounds·DateFeb 9, 2025

New study on drug checking: trend warnings and alerts

A new RMIT University study explores how Australia can share its drug checking data with the public, finding strong preference for open access. The researchers suggest sharing comprehensive results through engaging dashboards to empower individuals making informed decisions about drugs.

SourceRMIT University·DateFeb 9, 2025

NUS scientists develop realistic ‘micro-gut’ model to study the relationship between gut microbes and human diseases

Researchers developed a 3D microscopic version of the human intestines on a chip, allowing for real-time examination of gut microbes' interactions with the human intestine. The 'Gut-Microbiome on a chip' model enables the study of complex interplay between gut microbes and health, facilitating targeted microbiome-based interventions.

SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalAdvanced Science·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 9, 2025
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.

Secure and steady 6G communication

A team of researchers from the University of Tokyo has developed an ultrathin film that can absorb terahertz waves in the 0.1–1 THz range, enabling secure and clear transmission for 6G wireless communications. The absorber is made of titanium and oxygen and can be used outdoors due to its resistance to heat, water, light, and organic s...

SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 9, 2025
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

The short and the long of protein tails

Thousands of proteins rely on their tails to become successfully embedded within the cellular membrane. Researchers discovered a protein called YidC that helps short tails cross the fatty membrane, enabling functional protein-tail integration.

SourceWeizmann Institute of Science·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 9, 2025

Generating international testing standards for large outdoor fires

A task group led by Samuel L. Manzello is developing international standards for large outdoor fires, including wildland-urban interface (WUI) fires. The new standards aim to improve resilience against these types of fires, which are becoming increasingly common due to urbanization and climate change.

SourceTohoku University·JournalFire and Materials·DateFeb 9, 2025