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evolution

Boosting Oxygen Production: The Power of Manganese in Ruthenium

December 24, 2024

Did you know that ruthenium dioxide (RuO2) is a star player in generating oxygen from water, also known as the oxygen evolution reaction (OER)? Well, it's not always perfect. Scientists found that adding a bit of manganese (Mn) to RuO2 can make it work better and last longer. When they tested this M

science

Discovering a Saber-Toothed Pioneer: Pre-Dinosaur Predators

December 23, 2024

Imagine stepping back in time, way before dinosaurs ruled the Earth. There, you'd find a saber-toothed beast that was one of the first mammal-like creatures. This isn't a story from a fantasy book; it's real history! Recently, scientists unearthed a fossil on the sunny Mediterranean island of Mallor

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Discovering the Power of Earth-Friendly Metals for Hydrogen Production

December 23, 2024

Hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) is vital for generating hydrogen fuel through water splitting. To make this process sustainable, researchers are searching for abundant materials like silicates. A recent study synthesized various metal metasilicates using a simple wet-chemical method followed by hi

science

CsCuCl3 Microcrystals in Solar Fuel Production

December 23, 2024

We all know that lead-based metal halide perovskites are great at converting light into electricity. But they're also toxic, which holds them back from wider use. What if there's a safer alternative? Scientists have been exploring a series of perovskite microcrystals called CsCuClxBr3-x. This time,

health

Our Diet's Journey: From Cavemen to Tech-Savvy Eaters

December 23, 2024

Human nutrition has always been a mix of biology and culture. Let's start from the beginning, when our ancient relatives, the Homo genus, were busy foraging, scavenging, hunting, and gathering. This was a time when food was found in nature, not supermarkets. As time passed, we saw a big shift with t

technology

Innovating Wisely: How Digital Leaders Can Succeed in 2025's Tech Boom

December 20, 2024

2025 is set to be a big year for tech. AI is evolving rapidly, with agentic AI ready to shake things up. Tech leaders also need to handle demands for automation, machine learning, and AR. So, how can digital leaders navigate these challenges? Four experts share their tips. First, think like a busin

politics

The Evolving Meaning of 'Crunchy'

December 19, 2024

Ever heard of 'crunchy'? It used to be a term with a hint of disdain, a lifestyle that was more about anti-fashion than politics. Back in the '80s, it was about homemade bread, limited TV, and camping trips. Think lumpy sweaters and messy hair. But times have changed. 'Crunchy' is now a mix of left

science

The First Europeans: A Story of Survival and Extinction

December 18, 2024

Imagine a world 45, 000 years ago, where small groups of humans, dressed in fur-lined clothing, roamed the chilly European tundra. These early Europeans, known as the Lincombian-Ranisian-Jerzmanowician (LRJ) people, left behind clues about their lives through fossilized remains and distinctive stone

business

Why Big Companies Want Employees Back in Offices

December 17, 2024

Imagine you're a big company with a whopping office lease that's costing a fortune, even though many desks are empty. Wouldn't you want your employees back in the office? That's exactly what many businesses are thinking, according to a survey by Resume. org. The survey showed that one in three compa

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The Grass Genus Homolepis: A Journey in Plant Photosynthesis Evolution

December 17, 2024

Ever wondered how grasses adapt to different environments? Scientists have been studying the grass genus Homolepis to understand just that. This group of grasses is special because it shows different stages of an important process called C4 evolution. C4 evolution helps plants deal with hot and dry