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Mineral-hungry clean tech sees countries seeking to escape China’s shadow
Lithium, shown here being mined in Brazil, is a key component in electric car batteries. With a clean energy transition hungry for more minerals, representatives from dozens of countries and…
Elevating biogas upgrading performance on renewable aqueous ammonia solution via a novel ‘membrane method’
Graphical abstract. Credit: Tao SUN , Wenlong LI , Jiandong WEI, Long JI , Qingyao HE , Shuiping YAN Biogas is usually produced by anaerobic digestion of organic waste such…
Fumes from Indoor Cooking Fuels Linked to Developmental Delays
Summary: Researchers explored the link between indoor air pollution from cooking fuels and child development. The study found a connection between exposure to unclean cooking fuels and developmental delays in…
It’s easier to get valuable metals from battery waste if you ‘flash’ it
Schematic of the battery recycling process developed by Rice University scientists that uses their signature Joule-heating technique to remove the inert layer on battery metals and lower their oxidation state,…
Mood Dips During Pill Pause
Summary: Research reveals that women’s mood can decline during the 7-day pill-free interval of contraceptive cycles. The study evaluated the mental health of long-term pill users and found heightened anxiety…
New modeling approach ensures all community members are considered in electricity system evolution
NREL’s Holistic Electricity Model uses a decentralized, stakeholder-centric approach with multiple perspectives to ensure that all members of an electricity system are considered as the structure evolves. Credit: National Renewable…
UK grants controversial North Sea oil and gas output
The UK government maintains it must beef up energy security via continued production of fossil fuels following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Britain on Wednesday authorized oil and gas production in…
Rising Temperatures Show Climate’s Hidden Impact on Substance Use
Summary: A new study reveals a direct correlation between elevated temperatures and increased hospital visits due to alcohol and substance disorders. Not only does this shed light on unforeseen implications…
ChatGPT’s Choices: Overload or Overjoyed? Decoding Decision Dynamics
Summary: Researchers delved into how ChatGPT influences user decision-making, focusing on the ‘choice overload’ phenomenon. This condition emerges when an individual is overwhelmed by numerous options, often leading to decision…
