A semitransparent gold Kelvin probe measures the photovoltage of an illuminated semiconductor film in contact with an electrode and a water solution. The photovoltage can be positive or negative, depending…
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Alaska Airlines cancels flights on certain Boeing planes through Saturday for mandatory inspections
Alaska Airlines N704AL, a 737 Max 9 which made an emergency landing at Portland International Airport after a part of the fuselage broke off mid-flight on Friday, is parked at…
A new method to develop recyclable, organic and flexible electronics
Schematic illustration of the ROF (Recyclable Organic Flexible) electronics. Credit: Park et al. The electronics industry has been in continuous development over the past decades, leading to the development, fabrication…
Why Do Most People Cradle Babies in Their Left Arm?
Summary: A novel study explores the curious phenomenon of why the majority of people prefer cradling a baby in the crook of their left arm. Research suggests that around 75%…
Improving soil health with aeration curing for sludge management
Infographic showing how aeration curing helps neutralize the alkaline nature of soil through carbon dioxide immobilization. Credit: Shinya Inazumi, SIT, Japan The construction industry is recognized for its high resource…
Meta toughens content curbs for teens on Instagram, Facebook
Head of Instagram Adam Mosseri testified on January 5 at a Senate hearing about how the platform impacts the mental health and safety of teens and children. Meta on Tuesday…
New labor rules aim to offer gig workers more security, though some employers won’t likely be happy
An Uber sign is displayed inside a car, May 15, 2020, in Chicago. The Biden administration will enact a new labor rule Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, that aims to prevent…
Brain Organoids Self-Organize from Fetal Tissue
Summary: Scientists have created 3D brain organoids from human fetal tissue that self-organize, offering a new way to study brain development and diseases. These mini-brains contain various brain cell types…
