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Liquid metal sticks to surfaces without a binding agent
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- 23/6/9 22:06
Everyday materials such as paper and plastic could be transformed into electronic 'smart devices' by using a simple new method to apply liquid metal to surfaces, according to scientists. The study demonstrates a technique for applying a liquid metal coating to surfaces that do not easily bond with liquid metal. The approach is designed to work at a large scale and may have applications in wearable...
Ancient herbivore's diet weakened teeth leading to eventual starvation, study suggests
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- 23/6/9 18:57
Researchers have shed light on the life of the ancient reptile Rhynchosaur, which walked the earth between 250-225 million years ago, before being replaced by the dinosaurs.
Eddies: Circular currents and their influence on the world's hottest ocean
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- 23/6/9 18:56
Water from the Pacific Ocean flows into the Indian Ocean via the Indonesia Archipelago thanks to a vast network of currents that act as a conveyor belt, transporting warmth and nutrients. Currents can sometimes form circular motions and these are known as eddies. An international group of researchers has modeled the impacts of eddies on the currents that carry water from the Pacific Ocean to the...
The first prehistoric wind instruments discovered in the Levant
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- 23/6/9 18:56
Although the prehistoric site of Eynan-Mallaha in northern Israel has been thoroughly examined since 1955, it still holds some surprises for scientists. Seven prehistoric wind instruments known as flutes were recently identified. The discovery of these 12,000 -year-old aerophones is extremely rare -- in fact, they are thought to be the first to be discovered in the Near East.
Mirror, mirror on the wall... Now we know there are chiral phonons for sure
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- 23/6/9 01:57
New findings settle the dispute: phonons can be chiral. This fundamental concept, discovered using circular X-ray light, sees phonons twisting like a corkscrew through quartz.
'Hot Jupiters' may not be orbiting alone
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- 23/6/9 01:57
Astronomers challenge longstanding beliefs about the isolation of 'hot Jupiters' and proposes a new mechanism for understanding the exoplanets' evolution.
Why certain fish are left off the hook
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- 23/6/9 01:57
A new study found that while a piece of legislation designed to foster the sustainability of marine fisheries is sometimes blamed for being too stringent -- leading to what some politicians call 'underfishing' -- the law is not constraining most fisheries, and there are various other reasons that lead to certain fish species being less fished.
Lingering effects of Neanderthal DNA found in modern humans
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- 23/6/9 01:56
Recent scientific discoveries have shown that Neanderthal genes comprise some 1 to 4% of the genome of present-day humans whose ancestors migrated out of Africa, but the question remained open on how much those genes are still actively influencing human traits -- until now.
Taurine may be a key to longer and healthier life
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- 23/6/9 01:56
A study finds that deficiency of taurine, a molecule produced in our bodies, drives aging, and taurine supplements can improve health and increase lifespan in animals.
Lost giants: New study reveals the abundance decline of African megafauna
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- 23/6/9 01:56
A groundbreaking new paper focuses on the size and abundance of living and fossil African large mammals, shedding light on the ecological dynamics behind the decline of these iconic creatures. The findings challenge previous assumptions about the causes of megafaunal extinctions in Africa and provide new insights into the restructuring of ecosystems over millions of years.
Without fully implementing net-zero pledges, the world will miss climate goals
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- 23/6/9 01:56
Without more legally binding and well-planned net-zero policies, the world is highly likely to miss key climate targets.
Breakthrough: Scientists develop artificial molecules that behave like real ones
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- 23/6/9 01:56
Scientists have developed synthetic molecules that resemble real organic molecules. A collaboration of researcher can now simulate the behavior of real molecules by using artificial molecules.
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The IL-17 protein plays a key role in skin aging
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- 23/6/8 18:10
A team of scientists has discovered that IL-17 protein plays a central role in skin aging. The study highlights an IL-17-mediated ageing process to an inflammatory state.
When water temperatures change, the molecular motors of cephalopods do too
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- 23/6/8 18:10
Working with live squid hatchlings, scientists find the animals can tune their proteome on the fly in response to changes in ocean temperature via the unique process of RNA recoding. The findings inspire new questions about basic protein function.
Sabotage and collusion could be derailing your weight loss journey, finds study
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- 23/6/8 18:10
Family and loved ones may be conspiring to sabotage your weight loss journey, according to a new study. The study is part of a growing body of evidence which suggests that not all social support results in positive health outcomes.
Study finds socially tolerant monkeys have better impulse control
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- 23/6/8 18:10
Socially tolerant species are better at controlling their emotions and behaviors, according to a new study of one of humanity's closest relatives.
Greenhouse gas emissions at 'an all-time high' -- and it is causing an unprecedented rate of global warming, say scientists
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- 23/6/8 18:10
Human-induced warming, largely caused by the burning of fossil fuels, reached an average of 1.14°C for the most recent decade (2013 to 2022) above pre-industrial levels. This is up from 1.07°C between 2010 and 2019. Human-induced warming is now increasing at a pace of over 0.2°C per decade. The analysis also found that greenhouse gas emissions were 'at an all-time high', with human activity...
South Africa, India and Australia shared similar volcanic activity 3.5 billion years ago
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- 23/6/8 18:09
The Daitari greenstone belt shares a similar geologic make-up when compared to the greenstones exposed in the Barberton and Nondweni areas of South Africa and those from the Pilbara Craton of north-western Australia.
Elusive planets play 'hide and seek' with CHEOPS
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- 23/6/8 18:09
Astronomers have clearly identified the existence of four new exoplanets. The four mini-Neptunes are smaller and cooler, and more difficult to find than the so-called Hot Jupiter exoplanets which have been found in abundance.
Diet tracking: How much is enough to lose weight?
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- 23/6/8 18:09
Keeping track of everything you eat and drink in a day is a tedious task that is tough to keep up with over time. Unfortunately, dutiful tracking is a vital component for successful weight loss, however, a new study finds that perfect tracking is not needed to achieve significant weight loss.