Representation of electron spins in a bent 2D material exhibiting the persistent spin helix structure. Credit: Sunny Gupta Wrinkles can be an asset—especially for next-generation electronics. Rice University scientists have…
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Mysterious cave monument discovered in Thai forest sanctuary
A routine patrol by forest rangers has led to the discovery of a mysterious cave monument near the Khwae Noi River in the Khao Noi Khao Pradu Wildlife Sanctuary. The…
An ultra-thin smart filter can significantly extend EV battery lifespan
Car manufacturers and others are working intensively to develop lightweight, safe, and powerful batteries. The photo is from Volkswagen’s battery company PowerCo, which has built large factories in Germany, Spain,…
Study finds walkable communities lowered mental health stressors during COVID-19 pandemic
Number of census tracts per county. Credit: Health Economics (2025). DOI: 10.1002/hec.70013 Research out of the University of New Hampshire shows that communities that were easier for people to lace…
Education Gap Is Speeding Up Aging in Millions of People
Summary: A new study reveals that Americans with less education are aging faster than those with more schooling, and the divide has widened over the past three decades. Biological age—measuring…
Around the world, birds sing longer in light-polluted areas
Light pollution makes birds work overtime. A behavioral analysis of nearly 600 bird species suggests that light pollution from human development can lengthen the time birds spend singing by nearly…
Frilly bug feet inspire a water-striding robot
Ripple bugs’ nimble movements on the surface of water inspired a robot with automatically unfurling fans on its feet.
Emerging nations turn to Asian reactors for new wave of nuclear power
In the arid Al Dhafra region of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), about 400km from Dubai, the last of four dome-shaped reactors at the Barakah nuclear power plant came online…
Reining in the sun: Venus, Earth and Jupiter may work together to reduce the risk of extreme solar storms
A new study suggests that the planets in our solar system may be helping to keep the sun calmer than other sun-like stars, potentially lowering the risk of powerful solar…
