Community Solar Projects Make Renewable Energy More Accessible, and Trump May End Them
In a suburb about an hour north of New York City, a former dairy farm is now producing solar energy.Some of the people who will benefit live nearby, while others…
Mitochondria Divide Roles for Energy and Molecular Synthesis Under Low-Nutrient Conditions, Reveals New Study
Researchers have uncovered a “division of labour” among mitochondria, with subpopulations within cells specialising in different roles when nutrients are scarce. Led by Dr. Craig Thompson, a cell biologist from…
Einstein’s Theory of Relativity Passes Its Biggest Test After Observations From Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument
In a new study published on Tuesday, researchers from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) project suggest that the mysterious force known as dark energy might not remain constant over…
Chinese Scientists Claim to Have Built Microwave Weapon That Converges Energy Beams on a Single Target
Chinese scientists have claimed the creation of a new high-powered energy weapon, reportedly capable of combining microwave beams from multiple transmitters into a single, convergent beam directed at a target.…
Namibian Observatory Spots Highest Energy Cosmic Electrons Opening Better Understanding of Cosmic Rays
After over a decade of research, the H.E.S.S. Observatory in Namibia has recorded the most energetic cosmic ray electrons ever detected, according to reports. These high-energy particles, comprising electrons and…
Rising Droughts Threaten Agriculture, Energy, and Ecosystems Worldwide
Extreme droughts lasting several years have become increasingly frequent and severe over the past four decades, leading to significant disruptions in agriculture, energy production, and natural ecosystems. These prolonged dry…
New Polymer Set to Revolutionize Flexible Displays with Low Energy Consumption
A novel transparent conducting polymer, n-doped poly(benzodifurandione) (n-PBDF), has been developed by researchers at Purdue University, showing potential for advancing electrochromic displays. Designed to meet the increasing demand for energy-efficient…
New Study Reveals How Leaves’ Resilience to Raindrops Might Help in Agriculture and Renewable Energy
Research published in Physical Review Fluids has revealed the intricate dynamics between raindrops and leaves, shedding light on how plants withstand the force of falling water. The study, titled "Resonance…
Virginia Tech Mathematicians Use Algebraic Geometry to Reduce Data Centre Energy Use
Efforts to improve data centre efficiency have led mathematicians at Virginia Tech to develop a novel method of data storage and retrieval. According to reports, the researchers have utilised algebraic…
Japan’s New Energy Policy: Nuclear Power and Renewables Key to Future Growth
Japan is set to adopt a new energy strategy aimed at addressing increasing electricity demand while pursuing its decarbonisation goals. A government-backed panel of experts has supported plans to maximise…