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Chemistry
“Layered Materials That Work Together: A New Approach to Energy-Absorbing Systems”
Millions of years of evolution have enabled some marine animals to grow complex protective shells composed of multiple layers that work together to dissipate physical stress. In a new study, engineers have found a way to mimic the behavior of this type of layered material, such as seashell nacre, by programming individual layers of synthetic material to work collaboratively under stress. The new material design is poised to enhance energy-absorbing systems such as wearable bandages and car bumpers with multistage responses that adapt to collision severity.

Batteries
“Reviving ‘Dead’ Batteries: The Path to a Greener Future”
Lithium battery recycling offers a powerful solution to rising demand, with discarded batteries still holding most of their valuable materials. Compared to mining, recycling slashes emissions and resource use while unlocking major economic potential. Yet infrastructure, policy, and technology hurdles must still be overcome.
Biochemistry
Shape-Shifting Catalysts: Revolutionizing Green Chemistry with a Single Atom
A team in Milan has developed a first-of-its-kind single-atom catalyst that acts like a molecular switch, enabling cleaner, more adaptable chemical reactions. Stable, recyclable, and eco-friendly, it marks a major step toward programmable sustainable chemistry.
Chemistry
Scientists Confirm a Fundamental Quantum Rule for the First Time
Scientists have, for the first time, experimentally proven that angular momentum is conserved even when a single photon splits into two, pushing quantum physics to its most fundamental limits. Using ultra-precise equipment, the team captured this elusive process—comparable to finding a needle in a haystack—confirming a cornerstone law of nature at the photon level.
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Detectors6 months ago
A New Horizon for Vision: How Gold Nanoparticles May Restore People’s Sight
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Earth & Climate7 months ago
Retiring Abroad Can Be Lonely Business
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Cancer7 months ago
Revolutionizing Quantum Communication: Direct Connections Between Multiple Processors
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Chemistry7 months ago
“Unveiling Hidden Patterns: A New Twist on Interference Phenomena”
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Albert Einstein7 months ago
Harnessing Water Waves: A Breakthrough in Controlling Floating Objects
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Earth & Climate7 months ago
Household Electricity Three Times More Expensive Than Upcoming ‘Eco-Friendly’ Aviation E-Fuels, Study Reveals
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Diseases and Conditions7 months ago
Reducing Falls Among Elderly Women with Polypharmacy through Exercise Intervention
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Agriculture and Food7 months ago
“A Sustainable Solution: Researchers Create Hybrid Cheese with 25% Pea Protein”