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Electrifying discoveries: Researchers film the first moments on the way from light to electricity

Researchers successfully film the generation of electrical energy from light, providing a fundamental understanding of the physical processes involved in organic solar cells. The study, published in Physical Review X, reveals the spatial distribution and temporal evolution of excitons in the first moments of their existence.

SourceUniversity of Graz·JournalPhysical Review X·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 1, 2026

Fair distribution of emissions

A framework has been developed to calculate fair distribution of the remaining greenhouse gas budget among European regions. The 'Equal Transition Opportunity Production-Based Allocation' (ETOPA) mechanism takes into account regional economic structures and risks in the transition to a climate-neutral economy.

SourceUniversity of Graz·JournalNature Communications·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 10, 2025

Milestone for medical research: New method enables comprehensive identification of omega fatty acids

Researchers at the University of Graz and the University of California, San Diego have developed a novel method to determine omega positions of lipids in complex biological samples. This breakthrough enables the study of biological mechanisms in unprecedented detail, particularly for inflammation-related diseases.

SourceUniversity of Graz·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 11, 2025

Still on the right track? Researchers at the University of Graz enable reliable monitoring of the Paris climate goals

Researchers at the University of Graz have developed a new benchmark timeseries that tracks global surface air temperature change from 1850 to 2034. This enables reliable monitoring of the Paris climate goals, which are set to be exceeded by 2028. The study proposes a four-classes assessment scale to gauge compliance with the agreement.

SourceUniversity of Graz·JournalCommunications Earth & Environment·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 2, 2025

What makes cancer cells weak

A study by Andreas Koeberle and colleagues reveals that certain natural substances can increase polyunsaturated fatty acids in cancer cell membranes, making them susceptible to ferroptosis, a type of cell death. This discovery creates new avenues for treating therapy-resistant tumours.

SourceUniversity of Graz·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 25, 2025