Materials Research update Heat transport theory goes universal New methodology is applicable to all solids, be they crystals, polycrystalline solids, alloys or glasses Read article: Heat transport theory goes universal
Quantum mechanics Research update Quantum Darwinism spotted in diamond spins Physicists use nitrogen-vacancy centres to investigate the origin of classical reality Read article: Quantum Darwinism spotted in diamond spins
Ecosystems Research update One-tenth of western chimps live close to planned development corridors APES database reveals findings that could boost conservation in West Africa; data-sharing approach would benefit other species too Read article: One-tenth of western chimps live close to planned development corridors
Lasers Research update Crack-free ceramic welding at room temperature is a first Ultrashort laser pulses prevent damage to components Read article: Crack-free ceramic welding at room temperature is a first
Devices and structures Research update Vacuum technology comeback immunizes nanoelectronics from radiation With an optimized structure and materials substrate vacuum nanoelectronics bids to outperform semiconductor counterparts Read article: Vacuum technology comeback immunizes nanoelectronics from radiation
Climate Research update Tree loss brings more warming as world heats Blazing forests cannot dampen climate change, tree loss will worsen it, and poorly nourished trees will make the next century more challenging Read article: Tree loss brings more warming as world heats
Biomedical devices Research update Smartphone-based device detects norovirus An inexpensive smartphone-based fluorescence microscope can detect tiny amounts of norovirus in water Read article: Smartphone-based device detects norovirus
Materials for energy Research update Protein building blocks make sustainable organic batteries Protein batteries could be promising alternatives to conventional lithium-ion devices Read article: Protein building blocks make sustainable organic batteries
Renewables Research update California sunsets bring solar woes Increasing numbers of rooftop photovoltaics cause grid operators headaches meeting evening demand Read article: California sunsets bring solar woes
Diagnostic imaging Research update CT-based radiomics reveals prostate cancer risk Applying radiomics and machine-learning techniques to CT data helps assess the aggressiveness of prostate cancer and guide treatment decisions Read article: CT-based radiomics reveals prostate cancer risk
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