Batteries are getting a makeover. Scientists are diving deep into the world of polymer electrolytes (PEs) to boost the performance of solid-state batteries. These PEs are like the superhighways for ions, the tiny charged particles that make batteries work. The big question is, how do these highways
Workers around the world face a serious challenge: heat stress. As our planet warms up, this problem is only getting worse. Traditional ways of managing heat stress, like setting work and rest times, don't work for everyone. Some people might be held back from doing their best, while others could be
Wheat is a staple food crop. It is grown in many places around the world. It is a big deal. Climate change is making it harder to grow wheat. The weather is getting hotter and drier. This is a big problem for farmers. They need wheat that can handle these tough conditions. Researchers in Cana
In Uruguay, the study of the brain is booming. The Sociedad de Neurociencias del Uruguay is marking 30 years of progress. This progress is fueled by over a century of neuroscience work in the country. This work has used many different methods and creatures to explore the brain. One standout is the
Epistemic curiosity is a fancy term for our desire to know things. In today's world, information is everywhere, and it's easy to get. But how does our curiosity work in this information overload? Researchers have come up with a new idea. They say our curiosity is driven by two things: interest and u
Bacteria called Corynebacterium glutamicum have a hard time growing when they are around the amino acid cysteine. This is a problem because cysteine is used in lots of things like food, cosmetics, and medicines. Scientists wanted to figure out why this happens. They used a method called adaptive lab
Ever wondered how mice know if they are going to be boys or girls? It all starts with something called primordial germ cells (PGCs). These are like the building blocks for eggs and sperm. They hang out in the embryo and eventually become either an egg or a sperm cell. But how do they decide? It'
The industrial world loves ethyl acetate. It's a key ingredient in everything from flavors to pharmaceuticals. But making it efficiently? That's a challenge. Enter EatH, a special enzyme from the yeast Hanseniaspora uvarum. This enzyme is a powerhouse, working best at a comfortable pH of 7. 5 and a
Birth cohort studies are like big books that track people's lives from birth, covering everything from health to education and even how much money they make. They are super useful for researchers, but there's a big problem. These studies often miss out on the experiences of people who are different,
In the world of forensic science, figuring out someone's eye and hair color from their DNA is a big deal. This isn't just about solving mysteries; it's about using cutting-edge technology to help solve real-life problems. Two methods, HIrisPlex and PRSice-2, were put to the test to see which one is
