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A catalyst for more efficient green hydrogen production

Posted: 14 Jan 2022 12:34 PM PST

Researchers have developed a new water-splitting process and material that maximize the efficiency of producing green hydrogen, making it an affordable and accessible option for industrial partners that want to convert to green hydrogen for renewable energy storage instead of conventional, carbon-emitting hydrogen production from natural gas.

How to make sure digital technology works for the public good

Posted: 14 Jan 2022 08:57 AM PST

The Internet of Things (IoT) is completely enmeshed in our daily lives, a network of connected laptops, phones, cars, fitness trackers -- even smart toasters and refrigerators -- that are increasingly able to make decisions on their own. But how to ensure that these devices benefit us, rather than exploit us or put us at risk? New work proposes a novel framework, the 'impact universe,' that can help policymakers keep the public interest in focus amidst the rush to adopt ever-new digital technology.

Being in space destroys more red blood cells

Posted: 14 Jan 2022 08:57 AM PST

A world-first study has revealed how space travel can cause lower red blood cell counts, known as space anemia. Analysis of 14 astronauts showed their bodies destroyed 54 percent more red blood cells in space than they normally would on Earth, according to a new study.

Arase satellite uncovers coupling between plasma waves and charged particles in Geospace

Posted: 14 Jan 2022 08:56 AM PST

Researchers show that high-frequency plasma waves in the Geospace can generate low-frequency plasma waves through wave-particle interactions by heating up low-energy ions, unveiling a new energy transfer pathway in collisionless plasma.

The secret to DNA packing to one-millionth its size

Posted: 13 Jan 2022 12:14 PM PST

A research team succeeds at observing high-resolution 3D structure of human chromosomes using the radiation accelerator.