Earth's magnetic shield: Older and stronger than we thought
New evidence suggests Earth's magnetic field existed earlier than previously believed, potentially playing a crucial role in the emergence of life.
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How light can vaporize water without the need for heat
MIT scientists uncover a surprising phenomenon where light directly triggers water evaporation, with potential implications for climate modeling and desalination technology.
Unveiling the secrets of star formation: A new molecule emerges in space
A team of researchers, led by MIT Professor Brett McGuire, has made a groundbreaking discovery – the detection of a previously unknown molecule within the vast expanse of space. This finding, detailed in the April 12 issue of The Astrophysical Journal Letters, offers valuable insights into the intricate chemical processes that
AI designs new drugs based on protein structures
A new AI model developed by chemists at ETH Zurich makes it possible to generate active pharmaceutical ingredients quickly and easily based on a protein’s three- dimensional surface. The new process could revolutionize drug research.
An ink for 3D-printing flexible devices without mechanical joints
EPFL researchers target the next generation of soft actuators and robots with elastomer-based ink for 3D printing objects with locally changing mechanical properties, eliminating the need for cumbersome mechanical joints.
Energy scientists unravel the mystery of gold's glow
EPFL researchers have developed the first comprehensive model of the quantum-mechanical effects behind photoluminescence in thin gold films; a discovery that could drive the development of solar fuels and batteries.
Tropical forests can't recover naturally without fruit eating birds
Natural forest regeneration is hailed as a cost-effective way to restore biodiversity and sequester carbon. However, the fragmentation of tropical forests has restricted the movement of large birds limiting their capacity to disperse seeds and restore healthy forests.