Quantum mechanics Research update Physicists cast doubt on ‘twisted’ neutrons Calculations suggest neutron interference is unrelated to orbital angular momentum Read article: Physicists cast doubt on ‘twisted’ neutrons
Nanomaterials Research update Artificial photosynthesis and bacteria transform CO2 into speciality chemicals Solar-powered CO2 electrolysis and fermentation produce chemicals of high demand in multiple industries Read article: Artificial photosynthesis and bacteria transform CO2 into speciality chemicals
Land Research update City grids heat things up More chaotic cities have lower urban heat island effect Read article: City grids heat things up
Diagnostic imaging Research update Printed hearts personalize aortic valve replacements CT scans and 3D printing help avoid complications for patients receiving heart valve replacements Read article: Printed hearts personalize aortic valve replacements
Neural engineering Research update Electrochemical stimulator helps restore motion A subdural implant that delivers both electrical and chemical neuromodulation restores motion in rats with injured spinal cords Read article: Electrochemical stimulator helps restore motion
Climate Research update Heat-wave exposure in India set to rise up to 200-fold Limiting temperature rise to 1.5 °C would cut exposure by half by 2050, compared to business-as-usual Read article: Heat-wave exposure in India set to rise up to 200-fold
Biomaterials Research update Guanine quadruplexes make good charge transport junctions New three-terminal element bodes well for DNA electronic circuitry
Earth sciences Research update Simulations reveal how intermittent turbulence affects ocean flow Research could boost our understanding of the energy budget of the oceans Read article: Simulations reveal how intermittent turbulence affects ocean flow
Biophysics Research update Modelling the motion of cells Can we determine the forces exerted by cells moving through tissue? Read article: Modelling the motion of cells
Diagnostic imaging Research update Can AI help in the fight against gadolinium deposition? Artificial intelligence enables reduced gadolinium dose in contrast-enhanced brain MRI Read article: Can AI help in the fight against gadolinium deposition?
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