The world of tiny algae is more diverse than we thought. These algae, known as diatoms, play a huge role in our planet's health. They are responsible for about 20% of the carbon fixation that happens globally. This means they help reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the air, which is great for fi
Batteries are everywhere, from phones to electric cars. Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) are a type of battery that has been getting a lot of attention lately. The problem is, most batteries struggle in extreme temperatures. They either freeze up in the cold or overheat in the heat. This is a big issue f
The heart works harder during physical activity. This fact is crucial for people with aortic coarctation (CoA). CoA is a narrowing of the aorta, the main artery carrying blood from the heart. Doctors often measure the pressure difference (ΔP) across this narrowing to gauge its severity. However, sta
Balance is something most people take for granted. Yet, it is a complex process that involves various systems in the body working together. Scientists have been studying how people maintain balance, especially when standing still. Two main types of control systems have been identified: continuous an
Bad times can make people bad. That is the simple truth. People show different levels of nasty traits. These traits include selfishness and even psychopathy. It is a fact that how bad a society is can affect how bad the people in that society are. The study looked at many places. It looked at 1
What happens when you mix water, ethanol, and trans-anethol? You get a special type of liquid mix called a surfactant-free microemulsion. These mixtures are interesting because they can form tiny clusters, or nanodomains, without needing any extra helpers, like surfactants. The key to understandi
The quest for effective environmental cleanup and energy solutions has led to a fascinating discovery. A unique material has been created to mimic nature's own cleanup processes. This material is made from platinum nanoparticles supported on a thin layer of graphdiyne and graphene. The secret lie
Hydrogen is a clean energy source that can be produced through water splitting. This process involves breaking water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen. However, the oxygen side of this reaction, known as the oxygen evolution reaction or OER, is slow and inefficient. This slowdown is a major hurdle
Carbon dioxide is a big problem for our planet. But what if we could turn it into something useful? That is where tiny catalysts come in. These are not your usual catalysts. They are made of a single atom of metal. This atom is held in place by a special ring of nitrogen atoms. This setup is l
Perovskite nanocrystals are tiny particles that have amazing light-managing abilities. These particles, specifically CsPbX3, are crucial for advanced optoelectronic devices. Among them, cyan-emitting perovskites show great promise for high-quality lighting. It is important to note that light can si
