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SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

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Earth’s water was around before Earth

Researchers found two gas reservoirs, one containing solar gas and the other with terrestrial water signature, in the earliest stages of our solar system. This discovery suggests that Earth's water was present before the accretion of its constituent blocks.

SourceCNRS·JournalNature Astronomy·DateFeb 3, 2022

Study probes Earth’s turbulent past to explain where oceans came from

A recent study suggests that a chemical compound called magnesium hydrosilicate, stable at high pressures and temperatures, could have stored water deep within the Earth's mantle during its violent early days. This finding has significant implications for understanding the origin of water on Earth and potentially habitable exoplanets.

SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJan 25, 2022

New device advances commercial viability of solar fuels

A new device has been developed that converts sunlight into two promising sources of renewable fuels – ethylene and hydrogen. The researchers found that by optimizing the working conditions for cuprous oxide, a promising artificial photosynthesis material, they can create a more stable system.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature Energy·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 16, 2021
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Quantum theory needs complex numbers

Researchers demonstrate that quantum networks' predictions differ when postulates are phrased in real numbers. The study proposes an experimental setup involving two sources and three measurement nodes, where complex quantum theory's predictions cannot be expressed by their real counterparts.

SourceICFO-The Institute of Photonic Sciences·JournalNature·DateDec 15, 2021

Space dust analysis could solve mystery of the origins of Earth’s water

A team of researchers found evidence that solar wind altered the chemical composition of ancient asteroid grains, producing water molecules and providing a possible source for Earth's oceans. The discovery could help future space missions find sources of water on airless worlds.

SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalNature Astronomy·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 29, 2021
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Atropisomeric N-aryl quinazoline-4-thiones with isotopic differences at the ortho position

Researchers from Shibaura Institute of Technology synthesized atropisomeric N-aryl quinazoline-4-thiones, showing unprecedented isotopic atropisomerism due to rotational restriction around an N-Ar bond. The findings support the formation of diastereomers and have potential applications in pharmaceuticals.

SourceShibaura Institute of Technology·JournalOrganic Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021

Phosphatidylglycerol-DNA complex shown as a stable structure

Researchers reveal stable phosphatidylglycerol-DNA complex formation with strong van der Waals and hydrophobic interactions. The complex's structural parameters are determined, providing insight into the differences between DNA-phospholipid interaction and fatty acid binding.

SourceKazan Federal University·JournalBiointerface Research in Applied Chemistry·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 23, 2021

Heavily enriched: An energy-efficient way of enriching hydrogen isotopes in silicon

Researchers at Nagoya City University find a fourfold increase in surface deuterium atoms on nanocrystalline silicon, paving the way for sustainable deuterium enrichment protocols. The efficient exchange reaction could lead to more durable semiconductor technology and potentially purify tritium contaminated water.

SourceNagoya City University·JournalPhysical Review Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 16, 2021

At last: Separated and freshly bound

Researchers have successfully broken carbon-hydrogen bonds in light alkanes using a novel amidation process, enabling the synthesis of complex organic molecules such as pharmaceuticals. The method has significant implications for recycling plastic waste and utilizing natural gas as a synthetic building block.

SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateJul 19, 2021
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NIH grant will help streamline chemical synthesis

Julian West's lab receives a five-year, $1.8 million NIH grant to simplify the synthesis of organic chemicals, enabling new hydrogen atom transfer modules and 'mutase-like' catalysis. This will accelerate the development of new drugs and compounds with improved properties.

SourceRice University·DateJul 5, 2021

Innovative method for producing complex molecules

A team of FAU researchers has developed an innovative process for producing asymmetrical hexaarylbenzene (HAB) molecules with six different aromatic rings. The four-step domino reaction allows for the efficient synthesis of large quantities of these complex molecules without toxic metals.

SourceFriedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg·JournalAngewandte Chemie·DateJul 5, 2021

A major addition to chemists' toolkit for building new molecules

Chemists at Scripps Research have developed a new method for adding hydroxyl groups to organic molecules using a shape-shifting catalyst. The breakthrough eases the process of modifying existing molecules for valuable applications such as improving drug potency and duration. The new method has been demonstrated on various existing drug...

SourceScripps Research Institute·JournalScience·DateJun 25, 2021
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GMRT measures the atomic hydrogen gas mass in galaxies 9 billion years ago

Researchers from NCRA-TIFR and RRI used the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope to measure the atomic hydrogen gas content of galaxies 9 billion years ago. They found that galaxies at this time were rich in gas, with nearly three times as much mass in atomic gas as in stars.

SourceTata Institute of Fundamental Research·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal Letters·DateJun 7, 2021

Bringing order to hydrogen energy devices

Scientists have developed a new approach to improve hydrogen transport in solids, enabling faster movement of negatively charged hydrogen 'anions' at lower temperatures. The breakthrough could lead to more sustainable sources of energy and practical applications in electrochemical devices.

SourceKyoto University·JournalScience Advances·DateJun 2, 2021

Recruiting bacteria to build catalysts atom by atom

Scientists have discovered a way to synthesize highly active single-atom catalysts using iron-breathing bacteria, promising a cheap and reliable method for hydrogen production. The innovation utilizes the bacterium's metal-reducing ability to conduct electrons and produce single atoms of catalytically active metals.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateMay 27, 2021
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

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Nanoparticles: The complex rhythm of chemistry

Research at TU Wien reveals that individual facets of nanoparticles can form oscillations of different frequencies when exposed to oxygen and hydrogen. This complex behavior can lead to more effective catalysts and insights into non-linear reaction kinetics.

SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalScience·DateMay 21, 2021

Less than a nanometer thick, stronger and more versatile than steel

Researchers from Argonne National Laboratory have synthesized a stable borophane nanosheet with potential applications in nanoelectronics and quantum information technology. The material is stronger and more versatile than steel, making it a promising candidate for future devices.

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalScience·DateApr 5, 2021

A new technique to synthesize superconducting materials

Researchers have developed a new technique to synthesize superconducting materials at room temperatures, utilizing a thin film of palladium to separate hydrogen atoms from yttrium. The resulting material exhibits superconductivity at 12 degrees Fahrenheit, improving upon previous results.

SourceUniversity of Rochester·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMar 31, 2021
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Scientists stabilize atomically thin boron for practical use

Researchers have successfully created borophane, a stable form of atomically thin boron, which exhibits strength, flexibility and electronics properties. This breakthrough enables the exploration of its real-world applications in fields like batteries, electronics and quantum computing.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalScience·DateMar 11, 2021

New crystalline ice form

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have elucidated the crystal structure of exotic ice XIX, a new ordered variant of high-pressure ice VI. This breakthrough discovery reveals new insights into the electrical properties of these unusual ice forms and paves the way for further experimentation to study their properties.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 18, 2021

Characterising cold fusion in 2D models

Researchers have made significant progress in understanding cold fusion through a new 2D modelling approach. By directly calculating the probabilities of fusion reactions involving muonic pairs of tritium atoms, the team found that these processes are 1 billion times more likely to occur than in 3D systems.

SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal D·DateDec 16, 2020

Curtin collision models impact the future of energy

A new database of electron-molecule reactions has been created by Curtin University researchers, allowing for accurate modeling of plasmas containing molecular hydrogen. This development is crucial for the global push to develop fusion technology for electricity production on Earth.

SourceCurtin University·JournalAtomic Data and Nuclear Data Tables·DateDec 1, 2020
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Tips for making nanographene

Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a new and efficient way to create nanographene, a material that is expected to revolutionize technology. The method uses an atomic force microscope (AFM) to precisely control the fabrication process, allowing for the creation of tailored nanographene formations.

SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalNano Letters·DateNov 11, 2020

Molecular design strategy reveals near infrared-absorbing hydrocarbon

The researchers synthesized a unique molecule that absorbs near infrared light, despite having only hydrogen and carbon atoms. The molecule's narrow gap between its highest occupied molecular orbital (HOMO) and lowest unoccupied molecular orbital (LUMO) makes it useful for developing next-generation solid-state materials.

SourceNagoya University·JournalNature Communications·DateOct 17, 2020

Zeptoseconds: new world record in short time measurement

Researchers at Goethe University Frankfurt measured the propagation of light in a hydrogen molecule, achieving a new world record in short time measurement. The scientists tracked the ejection of electrons from the molecule using a unique technique, allowing them to determine the timing of photon interactions within zeptoseconds.

SourceGoethe University Frankfurt·JournalScience·DateOct 16, 2020
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

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Upgraded GMRT measures the mass of hydrogen in distant galaxies

A team of astronomers has used the upgraded GMRT to measure atomic hydrogen content in galaxies as they were 8 billion years ago. The study reveals that the exhaustion of atomic hydrogen gas explains the decline in star formation activity over time.

SourceTata Institute of Fundamental Research·JournalNature·DateOct 15, 2020

AI used to show how hydrogen becomes a metal inside giant planets

Researchers used AI and quantum mechanics to study dense metallic hydrogen, finding a smooth and gradual transformation from molecular to atomic phases. The discovery resolves long-standing debates on the nature of dense hydrogen and has implications for understanding giant gas planets.

SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalNature·DateSep 9, 2020
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

Atomistic modelling probes the behavior of matter at the center of Jupiter

Researchers used artificial neural networks to simulate hydrogen's phase transitions at high pressures and temperatures, challenging previous assumptions. The study suggests a smooth transition between insulating and metallic layers in giant gas planets, reconciling existing discrepancies between lab and modeling experiments.

SourceNational Centre of Competence in Research (NCCR) MARVEL·JournalNature·DateSep 9, 2020

Trapping of acetylene

Researchers developed a Ni-MOF that can capture acetylene with extraordinary efficiency and selectively from ethylene streams. The material has a synergistic combination of tailor-made pore sizes and chemical docking sites, making it especially efficient.

SourceWiley·DateAug 27, 2020

Liquid water is more than just H2O molecules

Researchers at Skoltech found a significantly higher concentration of short-lived ions (H3O+ and OH-) in pure liquid water than previously thought. This discovery has far-reaching implications for our understanding of the intricate structure of water, including its role in redox processes, catalytic reactions, and electrochemical systems.

SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalScientific Reports·DateJul 9, 2020
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Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

Fluorocarbon bonds are no match for light-powered nanocatalyst

Researchers have created a catalyst that can break carbon-fluorine bonds via hydrodefluorination, a process known as C-F bond breaking. The innovation has potential applications in remediating fluorinated compounds and could lead to cleaner, more efficient chemical processes.

SourceRice University·JournalNature Catalysis·DateJun 22, 2020

Red light for stress

Researchers at The University of Tokyo have introduced a novel color-changing organic crystal that displays superelastochromism, returning to its original shape and hue after being stressed. This property has potential applications in sensors for shear forces, particularly in industries like heavy manufacturing and shipping.

SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 1, 2020

It takes a neutron beam to find a proton

A team of researchers has used neutron crystallography to determine the structure of a large oxidase protein with high-resolution structural details. They found unusual proton behavior between a cofactor and an amino acid residue, and established a complete picture of topa quinone 30 years after its discovery.

SourceOsaka University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 27, 2020
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Solar wind samples suggest new physics of massive solar ejections

A new study has refined our understanding of the amount of hydrogen, helium, and other elements present in violent outbursts from the Sun. The research found that helium and neon are enriched in coronal mass ejections, providing clues to the underlying physics in the Sun.

SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalMeteoritics and Planetary Science·DateFeb 14, 2020

First view of hydrogen at the metal-to-metal hydride interface

University of Groningen physicists have visualized hydrogen atoms at the titanium/titanium hydride interface, resolving a long-standing challenge in materials science. The new technique allows for the observation of both heavy titanium and light hydrogen atoms, shedding light on their interaction and properties.

SourceUniversity of Groningen·JournalScience Advances·DateJan 31, 2020

Massive gas disk raises questions about planet formation theory

Researchers found a massive gas disk around the 40-million-year-old star 49 Ceti, contradicting conventional planet formation predictions. The discovery raises questions about the origin of the gas and its impact on planetary composition.

SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal Letters·DateDec 23, 2019

Chemists glimpse the fleeting 'transition state' of a reaction

Researchers use millimeter-wave spectroscopy to observe reaction products, determining the structure of the transition state for the first time. The study identifies two different transition states and suggests additional mechanisms may be involved.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateDec 16, 2019
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

Proton-hydrogen collision model could impact fusion research

A new theoretical model predicts how protons will collide with hydrogen atoms in high-energy collisions, validating some previous conclusions while revealing discrepancies. The model has the potential to advance our understanding of plasma behavior and its application in realizing clean energy sources.

SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal D·DateDec 9, 2019

Liquid flow is influenced by a quantum effect in water

Researchers found that charged polymers increase viscosity by altering water-water interactions, which is influenced by a nuclear quantum effect. This discovery has fundamental implications for developing new technologies in health, biosciences, materials science, and environmental science.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalScience Advances·DateDec 9, 2019

Researchers develop method to improve skeleton of common chemicals

A research team at Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology has developed a new method for constructing seven- and eight-membered carbocycles, overcoming previous difficulties due to instability. The process uses an internal redox reaction, allowing for the creation of medium-sized carbocycles with favorable formation rates.

SourceTokyo University of Agriculture and Technology·JournalChemical Communications·DateDec 4, 2019
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

NASA selects Illinois professor for satellite mission concept study

The GLIDE spacecraft will reveal the structure and dynamic behavior of the Earth's outermost atmospheric layer, known as the exosphere. The mission will make unprecedented measurements of far ultraviolet light emitted by hydrogen atoms in the exosphere.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·DateOct 4, 2019

Researchers synthesize 'impossible' superconductor

Researchers have synthesized a novel superconductor CeH9 with exciting properties. The compound exhibits superconductivity at relatively low pressure of 1 million atmospheres.

SourceMoscow Institute of Physics and Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateOct 1, 2019

Fatty foods necessary for vitamin E absorption, but not right away

A recent study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has found that vitamin E absorption does not require concurrent consumption with fat. After 12 hours without eating, subjects who consumed a fat-containing meal showed significant absorption of vitamin E.

SourceOregon State University·JournalAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutrition·DateSep 8, 2019
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

A novel recipe for efficiently removing intrinsic defects from hard crystals

A team of researchers discovered an effective method for removing lattice defects from crystals, particularly useful for semiconductor materials. By adding hydrogen and then annealing at low temperatures, they created an ordered phase of boron with a large unit cell, overcoming previous difficulties in achieving this structure.

SourceOsaka University·DateSep 4, 2019

Toward a better battery

Sodium-ion batteries have shorter lifetimes than lithium-based batteries due to the unintended presence of hydrogen. Hydrogen leads to degradation of the battery electrode. The study reveals that measures can be taken during fabrication and encapsulation to suppress incorporation of hydrogen, leading to better performance.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalChemistry of Materials·DateJul 17, 2019

Scientists dissolve crude oil in water to study its composition

Researchers create a new approach to analyze crude oil composition by dissolving it in water under high temperature and pressure. The method is compliant with green chemistry principles, avoiding hazardous solvents.

SourceMoscow Institute of Physics and Technology·JournalAnalytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry·DateJun 21, 2019
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