Nanosheet catalyst discovered to sustainably split hydrogen from water
(Phys.org) -- Hydrogen gas offers one of the most promising sustainable energy alternatives to limited fossil fuels. But traditional methods of producing pure hydrogen face significant challenges ...
Thu 10 May 12 from Phys.org
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Electronic nose prototype may be worn for safety-sniffing
(Phys.org) -- A UK company has developed an electronic nose that the company says can make a real difference, as a fast-acting device for detecting harmful substances in the environment. Peratech ...
Sat 12 May 12 from Phys.org
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Nanotube 'sponge' has potential in oil spill cleanup
A carbon nanotube sponge that can soak up oil in water with unparalleled efficiency has been developed with help from computational simulations performed at the Department of Energy's (DOE's) ...
Thu 10 May 12 from Phys.org
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An incisive design solution: The spider's venomous fang
(Phys.org) -- Although their armor consists of the same material as their predator’s fangs, flies, grasshoppers and other insects that are the usual prey of spiders have little to offer ...
Fri 11 May 12 from Phys.org
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Senate Bill Would Preserve Helium Supply for Research
Changes in how the current U.S. reserve is tapped follows recommendations from expert panel
Fri 11 May 12 from Science Now
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Nanocrystal infrared LEDs can be made cheaply
(Phys.org) -- Light-emitting diodes at infrared wavelengths are the magic behind such things as night vision and optical communications, including the streaming data that comes through Netflix. ...
Thu 10 May 12 from Phys.org
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NTU scientists invent superbug killers
The superbugs have met their match. Conceived at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), it comes in the form of a coating which has a magnetic-like feature that attracts bacteria and kills ...
Thu 10 May 12 from Phys.org
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Med School Goes from Grave-Digging to 3D Printing
The U.S. Army wants 3D printers to make artificial body parts for training physicians and medical students in anatomy and surgery.
Mon 14 May 12 from Livescience
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Researchers develop disposable paper-based touch pads
(Phys.org) -- Today, electronic touch pads are widely found on laptops, tablets, and other computing devices. Less common uses, but gaining in popularity, are book covers and food labels. These ...
Thu 10 May 12 from Phys.org
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Richard Feynman explains the scientific method in 1964 lecture
You might not know exactly who Richard Feynman is, but he's probably affected your life. Feynman was a fabulously famous (in certain circles) theoretical physicist in the mid-late 20th century. ...
Wed 9 May 12 from Geek.com
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