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Atoms on the edge

Atoms on the edge

Typically, electrons are free agents that can move through most metals in any direction.

Sep 10, 20246 min read
New filter removes chemical contaminants from water even at very low concentrations

New filter removes chemical contaminants from water even at very low concentrations

Pharmaceuticals and personal care products pose a major environmental threat.

Sep 9, 20243 min read
Study: Regulatory gene influences shape recognition in medaka fish

Study: Regulatory gene influences shape recognition in medaka fish

The medaka, also known as the Japanese rice fish (Oryzias latipes), is a model organism for the study…

Sep 8, 20243 min read
Aquatic invasive species are more widespread in Wisconsin than previously thought 

Aquatic invasive species are more widespread in Wisconsin than previously thought 

A report on more than 40 years of research on Wisconsin lakes is highlighting some of the lessons…

Sep 7, 20245 min read
New filtration material could remove long-lasting chemicals from water

New filtration material could remove long-lasting chemicals from water

Water contamination by the chemicals used in today’s technology is a rapidly growing problem globally.

Sep 6, 20245 min read
Study: EV charging stations boost spending at nearby businesses

Study: EV charging stations boost spending at nearby businesses

The spending increases were particularly pronounced for businesses within 100 yards of charging stations, and for businesses in…

Sep 5, 20246 min read

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Kawaoka to receive Japan Academy award, presented by Emperor and Empress

Kawaoka to receive Japan Academy award, presented by Emperor and Empress

ByAmrita TuladharJun 23, 20163 min read

Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko will honor Kawaoka with a scientific achievement award in the field of agriculture from the Japan Academy, which is celebrating its 106th annual ceremony.

Why do women leave engineering?

Why do women leave engineering?

ByAmrita TuladharJun 16, 20166 min read

The study finds, women often feel marginalized, especially during internships, other summer work opportunities, or team-based educational activities. In those situations, gender dynamics seem to generate more opportunities for men…

New ESA Director of Earth Observation

New ESA Director of Earth Observation

ByAmrita TuladharJun 15, 20163 min read

Mr Aschbacher is currently the Head of Programme Planning and Coordination in the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes at ESA ESRIN, located in Frascati, Italy.

Mauritius to become an African training hub against fruit pests with the support of IAEA

Mauritius to become an African training hub against fruit pests with the support of IAEA

ByAmrita TuladharJun 14, 20164 min read

Partly funded by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the EUR 238,000 machine will enable Mauritius to more than double its capacity to use the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) -…