Chinese electric car maker BYD aims for Europe boost

BYD plans to launch its small format Seagull, to be renamed the Dolphin Surf in Europe around the middle of the year. Chinese carmaker BYD on Thursday vowed to conquer…

How NASA’s ‘autonomy choreography’ will impact advanced technologies

This artist’s concept shows astronauts working on the moon alongside different technology systems. The Data & Reasoning Fabric technology could help these systems operate in harmony, supporting the astronauts and…

Schizophrenia Risk May Begin in the Placenta

Summary: A new study highlights the placenta’s role in neuropsychiatric development, showing that DNA methylation influences gene expression tied to psychiatric disorders. Researchers found strong links between placental DNA methylation…

Novel solid-state electrolyte developed to enhance performance of all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries

Legged robots skateboard successfully with reinforcement learning framework

Credit: Liu et al. Legged robots, which are often inspired by animals and insects, could help humans to complete various real-world tasks, for instance delivering parcels or monitoring specific environments.…

Basalt fabric-based cathode enhances solar-powered wastewater treatment

(A) Fabrication of the BF-CNT/AgNWs composite cathode material; (B) Experimental setup of the solar-powered electrocoagulation (SPEC) system; (C) Comparative analysis of oil-water emulsions before and after SPEC treatment; (D) Antibacterial…

TikTok Misinformation May Distort ADHD Perceptions

Summary: A new study found that popular ADHD-related content on TikTok often misaligns with clinical guidelines, potentially influencing how young adults perceive the disorder. Researchers analyzed the top 100 ADHD…

Higher Depression Risks for Night Owls

Summary: A new study finds that staying up late, known as having an “evening chronotype,” is associated with a higher risk of depression. Researchers analyzed data from 546 university students…

Solid-state lithium batteries may not deliver expected energy boost, study says

Early-Life Adversity Reshapes Brain Development and Behavior

Summary: Early-life adversity affects over half of children worldwide, increasing the risk of cognitive and mental health issues later in life. A new review highlights how unpredictable sensory experiences, beyond…