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Superconductivity in multi-layered graphene

Posted on February 2, 2023January 19, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

Scientists discovered superconductivity in structures of four and five layers of graphene where alternating layers are twisted to a “magic…

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    New device converts mechanical energy into light

    Posted on December 5, 2022December 2, 2022 by Melisa Yashinski

    In automobiles, aircrafts, and other large machineries, it is extremely useful to have a way to detect the amount of force certain…

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      Biofilm technology for powering wearables

      Posted on November 28, 2022May 9, 2024 by Aubrey Zerkle

      Scientists devised a new method for converting energy from evaporation into electricity, using sustainable microbial biofilms. This device…

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        Common solids could improve carbon capture from car exhaust

        Posted on October 24, 2022May 9, 2024 by Aubrey Zerkle

        Scientists recently tested new solids for cheaper and safer capture of carbon dioxide from internal combustion engines. This technology…

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          Can nanoparticles remove plastic pollution from water?

          Posted on October 17, 2022November 8, 2022 by Melisa Yashinski

          Scientists developed iron oxide nanoparticles with water-resistant coatings. They showed that microplastics in water bind to the particles,…

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            New research could make lithium ion batteries much safer

            Posted on August 11, 2022October 24, 2022 by Melisa Yashinski

            A lithium ion battery with solid electrolyte is much safer than lithium ion batteries on the market today.

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              Is lettuce grown in space nutritious and safe to eat?

              Posted on November 4, 2021March 12, 2024 by Sciworthy

              Is a space salad healthier than salad grown on earth? We may be one step closer to finding out. A NASA team conducted a study onboard the…

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                Researchers propose making concrete with human bodily fluids

                Posted on October 25, 2021October 24, 2022 by Hunter Dulay

                Imagine what it would be like to be an astronaut landing on Mars for the first time. The red planet has little more than dust and rocks as…

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                  Are constellations of mini satellites the future of communication?

                  Posted on February 23, 2021October 24, 2022 by Sciworthy

                  A satellite constellation is a group of artificial satellites, working together. In the coming decades, companies like SpaceX, and Samsung…

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                    Designing an airplane that can fly on Mars!

                    Posted on January 4, 2021October 24, 2022 by Sciworthy

                    Can #airplanes fly on #Mars? Maybe! Find out the perfect wing shape for flying in the thin Martian atmosphere.

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