Research reveals the ballistic movement of electrons in graphene in real time. The observations could lead to breakthroughs in governing electrons in semiconductors, fundamental components in most information and energy technology. ​Research reveals the ballistic movement of electrons in graphene in real time. The observations could lead to breakthroughs in governing electrons in semiconductors, fundamental …

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Researchers developed a way to quickly calculate the transition state structure of a chemical reaction, using machine-learning models. ​Researchers developed a way to quickly calculate the transition state structure of a chemical reaction, using machine-learning models. Researchers developed a way to quickly calculate the transition state structure of a chemical reaction, using machine-learning models. 

Materials scientists developed a fast, low-cost, scalable method to make covalent organic frameworks (COFs), a class of crystalline polymers whose tunable molecular structure, large surface area and porosity could be useful in energy applications, semiconductor devices, sensors, filtration systems and drug delivery. ​Materials scientists developed a fast, low-cost, scalable method to make covalent organic frameworks …

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Air conditioning and heating systems have contributed considerably to reducing mortality linked to extreme temperatures in Spain, according to a new study. The findings provide valuable insights for designing policies to adapt to climate change. ​Air conditioning and heating systems have contributed considerably to reducing mortality linked to extreme temperatures in Spain, according to a new study. …

Air conditioning has reduced mortality due to high temperatures in Spain by one third Read More »

A tiny, hard-working bacterium — which weighs one-trillionth of a gram — may soon have a large influence on processing rare earth elements in an eco-friendly way. ​A tiny, hard-working bacterium — which weighs one-trillionth of a gram — may soon have a large influence on processing rare earth elements in an eco-friendly way. A tiny, …

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A collaborative team of experimental and computational physical chemists has made an important discovery in the field of electrochemistry, shedding light on the movement of water molecules near metal electrodes. This research holds profound implications for the advancement of next-generation batteries utilizing aqueous electrolytes. ​A collaborative team of experimental and computational physical chemists has made …

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