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Hidden “resilience window” found in human brain one hour after stress

A study published in PNAS found that the human brain's resilience process doesn't peak immediately after a stressful event; instead, it manifests in a distinct 'resilience window' about an hour later. This delayed neural shift distinguishes resilient individuals and offers a new time-target for interventions.

SourceKochi University of Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 26, 2026

Gas-atomized Ca–Mg alloy powders produce hydrogen simply by adding water — high-efficiency hydrogen generation at room temperature

Researchers have developed a new method for generating hydrogen using gas-atomized Ca–Mg eutectic alloys. When added to water, these powders produce hydrogen at room temperature with high efficiency and controllability, making them an attractive candidate for portable hydrogen supply devices and emergency power units.

SourceKochi University of Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 14, 2026

First experimental validation of a “150-year-old chemical common sense” direct visualization of the molecular structural changes in the ultrafast anthracene [4+4] photocycloaddition reaction

The study successfully visualizes the anthracene [4+4] photocycloaddition reaction for the first time, demonstrating controllable, trans-scale photoinduced reaction systems. Direct visualization of intermediate states via single-crystal X-ray diffraction reveals a solid solution consisting of monomers and dimers.

SourceKochi University of Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 7, 2026