From micrometer-sized nanoflowers to hydrogel hearts, this edition of “This month in pictures” features more intriguing images from our journals and the science behind them.
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War on plastic is distracting from more urgent threats to environment, experts warn
While plastic waste is an issue, its prominence in the general public’s concern for the environment is overshadowing greater threats.
An eco-friendly smart coating to keep buildings cool without air conditioners
Researchers have developed an innovative method to make advanced coating materials for “smart” sub-ambient radiative cooling in large-scale building applications.
New test captures elusive blood biomarker to help identify severe COVID-19 before symptom onset
An inventive new approach lowers the limit of detection for a common assay, allowing researchers to identify elusive biomarkers in complex fluids, like the blood.
Could restoring peatlands be key to saving the planet?
Peatlands are among the most valuable ecosystems on Earth but when damaged are a major source of greenhouse gas emissions.
A plant to help the planet: A strong, tough, and scalable material from fast-growing bamboo
Lightweight but tough, bamboo is the hope for a more sustainable life and future for our planet.
Microrobots against harmful polymers in water bodies
Czech researchers developed self-propelled microrobots that decompose complex solid pollutants, such as single use and disposable textile fibers.
Mayo Clinic researchers study new bioactive material for enhanced vascular healing
Researchers challenge the current paradigm for embolization with a safe and versatile embolic agent made from malleable and injectable hydrogels.
Cement made from plant oil and waste sulfur
Researchers combine waste vegetable oil and sulfur to create an eco-friendly, sturdy and lightweight cement substitute that can be remelted as often as desired.
Giant hornet: Potential spread and impact on honeybees
Spread of the giant Asian hornet (Vespa mandarinia) in the USA threatens honeybee colonies, and new analysis assesses the possible impact.
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New theory suggests gravity is not a fundamental force
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Higgs boson may be driving the Universe’s expansion
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Water-powered gadgets may be on the horizon thanks to new evaporation-based energy device
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Scientists discover a new class of antibiotics
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Micron-sized hidden dimensions could solve two of physics’ deepest puzzles
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A new type of dark matter could explain mysterious radiation from the Milky Way’s core