Picture this: tiny gaps in a material that were once seen as a major issue. These are hydrogen vacancies in metal-halide perovskites, which are used to make solar cells. For a long time, scientists believed these vacancies caused a lot of energy loss as heat, instead of converting it into electricit
Mikey Madison made headlines by winning the Oscar for best actress for her role in "Anora. " This was a big deal because the movie was also up for other big awards like best picture and best director. Madison's win wasn't a surprise, though, as she had already won best actress awards from the BAFTAs
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to have a chat with King Charles III in London. The topic? President Donald Trump's recent threats to make Canada the 51st state. This meeting has sparked a lot of talk about Canada's independence and sovereignty. The King has faced criticism for not spe
Deep breaths can do more than just calm you down. For those fighting left-sided breast cancer, taking a deep breath during radiation therapy can be a game-changer. This technique, known as Deep Inspiratory Breath Hold (DIBH), helps to protect the heart during treatment. But why is this important? We
Trump's recent comments on Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky have left many people scratching their heads. During a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, Trump was asked if he would label Putin a "dictator. " Instead of giving a clear answer, Trump responded with a vague, "I don't take
The world of fungi is vast and fascinating, often overlooked in favor of more visible organisms. Among these, the genus Basidiobolus stands out. This group of fungi is incredibly diverse, living in various environments from the guts of animals to decomposing leaves, and even causing infections in hu
Biomarkers are like secret codes that our bodies use to send messages about our health. Scientists are always on the hunt for new ways to decode these messages. One exciting area of research is cancer detection. Researchers are looking into things like cfDNA, fecal miRNA, and mitochondrial pathways
Fuel cells are a big deal. They convert chemical energy into electrical energy. Formate fuel cells are a type of fuel cell that uses formate as a fuel. They are great for storing energy and are more eco-friendly than other fuel sources. But there's a problem. The catalysts used in these fuel cells,
Nitrogen is a big player in how atmospheric organic aerosols (OAs) absorb sunlight. These tiny particles in the air affect Earth's climate. But, the way they change and absorb light is still a mystery. Scientists have found that brown nitrogen (BrN), a nitrogen-rich part of OAs, is the main absorb
Obesity is a big problem worldwide. It's not just about looking a certain way. It's about what's happening inside your body. When you have too much fat, your body makes special molecules called adipokines. These molecules help control how your body handles energy, fights infections, and deals with i
