Rancho Cordova is making a big move. They just approved a $940, 000 subsidy to help build a new sports and entertainment arena. This isn't just about sports. It's about bringing in hotels, shops, and maybe even new homes. The city thinks this project, called "Dova, " will bring lots of jobs and mon
Silicon and diamond detectors are now commonly used to measure the energy deposited by ion beams in water during radiation therapy. This energy is described by a value called dose-averaged linear energy transfer (LET). The problem is that these detectors don't always give accurate readings. The reas
Rancho Cordova is expanding quickly. New houses are being built, and new families are moving in. But there's a problem. The city doesn't have enough places for kids to play and families to spend time together. Right now, there aren't many options. Peek-a-Boo Factory is one of the few new places tryi
Silicon anodes in lithium-ion batteries face a big challenge: they swell and shrink during use. This constant change can cause them to break down over time. But what if there was a way to make them tougher and more flexible? Researchers have found a clever solution using a mix of gelatin and xanthan
Silicon has been a game-changer in electronics for decades. But did you know it can also produce bright blue light? Researchers have made a big step forward. They've shown that tiny silicon nanoclusters can emit blue light when hit with a laser. This isn't just any blue light. It's intense and focus
Silicon and tellurium are teaming up to revolutionize lithium-ion batteries. Researchers have created a new method to produce Si2Te3 and its carbon blend. This isn't just any blend. It's a game-changer for battery performance. The Si2Te3@C composite shows impressive results. It can hold a lot of cha
Silicon dioxide nanoparticles, or SiO2 NPs, are tiny particles used in many products we use every day. They are so small that they can't be seen with the naked eye. This makes them useful in many industries. However, their widespread use raises concerns about the safety of workers who handle them. T
Silicon is an incredible element, and its structures can be fascinating. You may have heard of a hydrogen-terminated Si(100) surface, where atoms stick out and have loose bonds. These loose ends are like tiny islands of high energy, stuck between the usual energy levels of silicon. Scientists are ve
Silicon Valley has splashed over $394 million into the recent US presidential election, with a significant chunk coming from Tesla and SpaceX owner Elon Musk. Musk donated a massive $243 million to Donald Trump's campaign, highlighting the increasing clout of tech billionaires in politics. Cryptocur
