Researchers at the Institute for Microelectronics and Microsystems in Italy have made a breakthrough in the field of agrivoltaics by developing semi-transparent perovskite solar cells that can provide sufficient power while allowing plants to grow. The study found that radicchio seedlings grown under these conditions grew more quickly and with bigger leaves than those under…
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Researchers at the Large Hadron Collider have made a groundbreaking discovery, spotting a mismatch between matter and antimatter in a class of particles called baryons. This phenomenon, known as CP violation, could hold the key to understanding how matter came to dominate over antimatter in the universe. The study, which involved the decay of lambda-b…
Physicists have developed a machine learning framework that rapidly and accurately characterizes binary neutron star mergers based on gravitational wave signatures. This breakthrough could enable astronomers to make quicker estimates of properties such as the location of mergers and the masses of the neutron stars, allowing for earlier detection of electromagnetic signals. The new method…
Scientists have developed two new AI tools, InstaNovo and InstaNovo+, to decipher proteins often missed by existing detection methods. These tools have the potential to unlock the genetic identity of previously unstudied proteins, enabling better cancer treatments, improved disease understanding, and discovery of unexplained animal abilities. The AI models have shown promise in sequencing human…
Researchers in Japan have made a significant breakthrough in cancer treatment by developing a technique to track the movement of gold nanoparticles in the body. Using neutron-activated gold radioisotopes, the team has successfully imaged the distribution of these nanoparticles in vivo, paving the way for more effective targeted delivery of cancer drugs. This innovation has…
The genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, putting the sensitive genetic and health data of over 15 million customers at risk. The company’s data breach in 2023 exposed the ancestry information and health data of about 7 million users, sparking concerns over genetic privacy and the potential misuse of the data….
Researchers at the EMBL in Germany have made a groundbreaking discovery in Brillouin microscopy, a non-destructive imaging technique that allows for the study of biological samples’ viscoelastic properties. By increasing the speed of imaging by a factor of 1000, the team has made it possible to study biological samples with less damage and in a…
Mathematicians have made a breakthrough in understanding the process of mean curvature flow, which describes how surfaces evolve over time. The discovery, which confirms the “multiplicity-one” conjecture, has significant implications for the study of melting surfaces, such as ice cubes or eroding sandcastles. This new understanding will enable researchers to analyze the evolution of surfaces…
A decades-long enigma surrounding the Helix Nebula has been solved, revealing that the X-ray radiation emanating from the remains of a dead star is likely caused by the annihilation of a giant planet. This groundbreaking discovery offers a unique glimpse into the far-off future of our solar system and may provide new insights into the…
Researchers from Aarhus University in Denmark have made a significant discovery in the field of cancer treatment. Using electron-based FLASH irradiation, they have found that it can significantly reduce acute skin toxicity in laboratory mice compared to conventional radiotherapy. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment and improve patient outcomes. Forecast for 6…