This material absorbs more than 99% of the light that strikes it, making it useful in applications ranging from solar energy to astronomy.
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3D printing goes “green” with microalgae ink
A search for environmentally friendly inks led researchers to microalgae biofactories, providing a renewable biomass solution.
Unprecedented glimpse of catalysts working on the atomic level
New technology allows researchers to study electrochemical processes at the atomic level with new insights into a widely used catalyst.
Flaws in a crystal lattice make stable qubits for quantum computers
This is just the beginning, say scientists working on the new technology.
The rate of human-driven global warming is at a record high
Global warming caused by human action has continued to increase, even though climate action has slowed the rise in greenhouse gas emissions.
Meet Tumro, a jumping robot inspired by beetles
With its unique carbon fiber skeleton, this jumping robot closely mimics the energy-storing tissue found in insects.
World’s purest silicon chip could make quantum computers error-free
A new method to purify silicon for quantum computer chips could solve one of the biggest challenges in quantum computing.
Shira Joudan, tackling PFAS and environmental contaminants with chemistry
Chemist Shira Joudan discusses environmental contaminants, setting up at a new university, and building a supportive community.
Pulling clean hydrogen fuel from seawater
A new electrolysis device could transform the way we produce hydrogen fuel from seawater, addressing challenges that hindered this process.
How the bias in algorithms can help us spot our own
People recognize their own biases in algorithms’ decisions more than they do in their own—even when those decisions are the same.
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