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Feat of 'dung-gineering' turns cow manure into one of world's most used materials

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250507130753.htm

Published: May 7, 2025 13:07

A new technique to extract tiny cellulose strands from cow dung and turn them into manufacturing-grade cellulose, currently used to make everything from surgical masks to food packaging, has been developed.

Is virtual-only couture the new clothing craze?

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250507130506.htm

Published: May 7, 2025 13:05

As fast fashion continues to fill wardrobes and landfills at a staggering pace, new research suggests that the future of fashion might lie not in fabric, but in pixels.

Stellar collapse and explosions distribute gold throughout the universe

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250507130338.htm

Published: May 7, 2025 13:03

Magnetar flares, colossal cosmic explosions, may be directly responsible for the creation and distribution of heavy elements across the universe, suggests a new study.

Piecing together the brain puzzle

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250507125852.htm

Published: May 7, 2025 12:58

Our brain is a complex organ. Billions of nerve cells are wired in an intricate network, constantly processing signals, enabling us to recall memories or to move our bodies. Making sense of this complicated network requires a precise look into how these…

AI model improves delirium prediction, leading to better health outcomes for hospitalized patients

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250507125832.htm

Published: May 7, 2025 12:58

An artificial intelligence (AI) model improved outcomes in hospitalized patients by quadrupling the rate of detection and treatment of delirium. The model identifies patients at high risk for delirium and alerts a specially-trained team to assess the…

New vacuum-assisted extrusion technique improves performance of polymer prints

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250507125656.htm

Published: May 7, 2025 12:56

Scientists have developed a vacuum-assisted extrusion method that reduces internal porosity -- by up to 75% -- in large-scale 3D-printed polymer parts. Large-scale additive manufacturing has been hindered by internal porosity that weaken printed…

Cracking the code: Deciphering how concrete can heal itself

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250507125653.htm

Published: May 7, 2025 12:56

Lichen is an understated presence in our everyday world, often found clinging to trees and rocks. Its true beauty lies in its unique symbiotic system of fungi and algae, or cyanobacteria, that form a self-sustaining partnership, allowing it to thrive in…

Vapor-deposited perovskite semiconductors power next generation circuits

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506224414.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 22:44

A research team has developed a groundbreaking technology poised to revolutionize next-generation displays and electronic devices.

AI has untapped potential to advance biodiversity conservation

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506170938.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 17:09

A new study suggests the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to rapidly analyze vast amounts of biodiversity data could revolutionize conservation efforts by enabling scientists and policymakers to make better-informed decisions.

Study of velvet worm slime could revolutionize sustainable material design

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506170931.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 17:09

A new discovery about the slime ejected by velvet worms could revolutionize sustainable material design. The findings outline how a naturally occurring protein structure, conserved across species from Australia, Singapore and Barbados over nearly 400…

Practical new tool created for detecting nanoplastics and microplastics in the environment

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506170918.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 17:09

A team of researchers has developed a cost-effective, high-throughput technology for detecting nanoplastics and microplastics in the environment. These particles are pervasive, posing health and environmental risks, yet detecting them at the nanoscale has…

Ultra-thin bismuth holds unexpected promise for green electronics

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506170911.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 17:09

Electronic devices rely on materials whose electrical properties change with temperature, making them less stable in extreme conditions. A discovery that challenges conventional wisdom in physics suggests that bismuth, a metal, could serve as the…

Okra, fenugreek extracts remove most microplastics from water

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506152214.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 15:22

The substances behind the slimy strings from okra and the gel from fenugreek seeds could trap microplastics better than a commonly used synthetic polymer. Previously, researchers proposed using these sticky natural polymers to clean up water. Now, they…

Gender characteristics of service robots can influence customer decisions

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506152209.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 15:22

While service robots with male characteristics can be more persuasive when interacting with some women who have a low sense of decision-making power, 'cute' design features -- such as big eyes and raised cheeks -- affect both men and women similarly,…

Development, agriculture present risks for drinking water quality

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506131518.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 13:15

Converting forest land to urban development or agricultural use can present risks to water quality when done near streams or river sources. This study examined data from 15 water treatment plants in the Middle Chattahoochee watershed to model the impacts…

Accelerating drug discovery with a single carbon atom

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506131509.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 13:15

A research team has pioneered a groundbreaking method that could accelerate drug discovery and reduce pharmaceutical development costs. Their work introduces a safe, sustainable way to insert a single carbon atom into drug molecules at room temperature.

Breakthrough in fuel cell recycling turns 'forever chemicals' into renewable resources

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506131506.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 13:15

A new technique that uses soundwaves to separate materials for recycling could help prevent potentially harmful chemicals leaching into the environment.

Breakthrough discovery uses gut bacteria and AI to diagnose a chronic pain syndrome

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506131503.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 13:15

Researchers have developed AI technology that can detect patterns in gut bacteria to identify complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) with remarkable accuracy, potentially transforming how CRPS is diagnosed and treated.

NASA's NICER maps debris from recurring cosmic crashes

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506131338.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 13:13

Astronomers have probed the physical environment of repeating X-ray outbursts near monster black holes thanks to data from NASA's NICER (Neutron star Interior Composition Explorer) and other missions.

Experimental quantum communications network

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506131336.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 13:13

Researchers recently connected their campuses with an experimental quantum communications network using two optical fibers.

How AI tools can improve manufacturing worker safety, product quality

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506131333.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 13:13

Recent artificial intelligence advances have largely focused on text, but AI increasingly shows promise in other contexts, including manufacturing and the service industry. In these sectors, targeted AI improvements can improve product quality and worker…

Would a musical triangle of any other shape sound as sweet?

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506131330.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 13:13

Researchers captured sound fields around musical triangles. They wanted to understand the physical properties of the triangle instrument, test assumptions about the contribution of the triangle shape, and capture clear documentation through pictures of the…

Do manta rays benefit from collective motion?

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506131327.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 13:13

Researchers model the motions of groups of manta rays to study how group dynamics affect their propulsion, studying different formations of three manta rays: in tandem, in a triangular setup with one manta ray in front leading two behind, and in an inverse…

Scientists discover a new way to convert corn waste into low-cost sugar for biofuel

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506131145.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 13:11

Scientists have found a new way to produce sugar from corn stalks and other crop waste, potentially opening a new pathway to sustainable biofuels.

New silver mass brings us a step closer in our understanding of the antineutrino mass

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506105452.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 10:54

Neutrinos and antineutrinos are elementary particles with small but unknown mass. High-precision atomic mass measurements have revealed that beta decay of the silver-110 isomer has a strong potential to be used for the determination of electron…

Accordion effect makes graphene stretchable

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506105353.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 10:53

Graphene is a 'miracle material': mechanically extremely strong and electrically highly conductive, ideal for related applications. Using a unique method physicists have now made graphene drastically more stretchable by rippling it like an accordion. This…

Fruit and microbes boost biogas production and fermentation

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250506105345.htm

Published: May 6, 2025 10:53

A new study shows that adding fruit and microbes to alfalfa, a protein-rich feed for livestock, improves fermentation and biogas production.

Robotic touch sensors are not just skin deep

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505171017.htm

Published: May 5, 2025 17:10

Researchers argue that the problem that has been lurking in the margins of many papers about touch sensors lies in the robotic skin itself.

Topical gel relieved ear infections in animals after just one dose

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505170835.htm

Published: May 5, 2025 17:08

Ear infections are a common and painful occurrence in infants and toddlers. Oral antibiotics are often prescribed for a week to treat the condition, but these drugs can trigger side effects that disrupt treatment, which can lead to infection recurrence and…

Big problem for fusion energy solved

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505170827.htm

Published: May 5, 2025 17:08

A new shortcut can help engineers design leak-proof magnetic confinement systems for fusion reactors 10 times as fast as the gold standard method, without sacrificing accuracy. While several other big challenges remain for all magnetic fusion designs, this…

A Big Data approach for battery electrolytes

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505170824.htm

Published: May 5, 2025 17:08

A new article puts artificial intelligence and machine learning on the task of finding new, powerful electrolytes for designing next-generation batteries for electric vehicles, phones, laptops and grid-scale energy storage. The paper outlines a new…

Text-to-video AI blossoms with new metamorphic video capabilities

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505170633.htm

Published: May 5, 2025 17:06

Computer scientists have developed a new AI text-to-video model that learns real-world physics knowledge from time-lapse videos.

Making virtual reality more accessible

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505122112.htm

Published: May 5, 2025 12:21

Researchers have created a method that makes virtual reality (VR) more accessible to people with mobility limitations.

New theory of gravity brings long-sought Theory of Everything a crucial step closer

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505121800.htm

Published: May 5, 2025 12:18

Researchers have developed a new quantum theory of gravity which describes gravity in a way that's compatible with the Standard Model of particle physics, opening the door to an improved understanding of how the universe began.

A snapshot of relativistic motion: Special relativity made visible

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505121748.htm

Published: May 5, 2025 12:17

In 1959, physicists James Terrell and Roger Penrose (Nobel laureate in 2020) independently concluded that fast-moving objects should appear rotated. However, this effect has never been demonstrated. Now, scientists have succeeded for the first time in…

Are at-home water tests worth it? New study shows quality can vary widely

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250505121433.htm

Published: May 5, 2025 12:14

For the cautious -- or simply curious -- homeowner, an at-home water testing kit may seem reassuring. But there are high levels of variability between test kits' abilities to detect potential contaminants in water, a new study has found.

'Cold' manufacturing approach to make next-gen batteries

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250502182514.htm

Published: May 2, 2025 18:25

Lithium-ion batteries have been a staple in device manufacturing for years, but the liquid electrolytes they rely on to function are quite unstable, leading to fire hazards and safety concerns. Now, researchers are pursuing a reliable alternative energy…

The future of brain activity monitoring may look like a strand of hair

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250502133950.htm

Published: May 2, 2025 13:39

Researchers have created a hairlike device for long-term, non-invasive monitoring of the brain's electrical activity. The lightweight and flexible electrode attaches directly to the scalp and delivers stable, high-quality electroencephalography (EEG)…

Space junk falling to Earth needs to be tracked: Meteoroid sounds can help

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250502133936.htm

Published: May 2, 2025 13:39

Space junk and meteoroids are falling to Earth every year, posing a growing risk as they re-enter the atmosphere at high speeds. Researchers are using infrasound sensors to track these objects, including bolides, which are meteoroids breaking apart in the…

Dust in the system -- How Saharan storms threaten Europe's solar power future

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250502133933.htm

Published: May 2, 2025 13:39

New research reveals how Saharan dust impacts solar energy generation in Europe. Dust from North Africa reduces photovoltaic (PV) power output by scattering sunlight, absorbing irradiance, and promoting cloud formation. The study, based on field data from…

Manipulating microbubbles to control fluids

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250502102915.htm

Published: May 2, 2025 10:29

A watched pot never boils, goes the old saying, but many of us have at least kept an eye on the pot, waiting for the bubbling to start. It's satisfying to finally see the rolling boil, behind which complex physical mechanisms are at play. When this…

Electricity-generating bacteria may power future innovations

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250501164008.htm

Published: May 1, 2025 16:40

A team has discovered how certain bacteria breathe by generating electricity, using a natural process that pushes electrons into their surroundings instead of breathing on oxygen. The findings could enable new developments in clean energy and industrial…

Gaia spots odd family of stars desperate to leave home

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250501122231.htm

Published: May 1, 2025 12:22

The European Space Agency's Gaia mission has spotted an unusual family of stars all strangely eager to leave home -- a family we couldn't have discovered without the star-surveying spacecraft, and one unlike all others we have spotted to date.

Essay challenge: ChatGPT vs students

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250430211650.htm

Published: April 30, 2025 21:16

Researchers have been putting ChatGPT essays to the test against real students. A new study reveals that the AI generated essays don't yet live up to the efforts of real students. While the AI essays were found to be impressively coherent and grammatically…

Engineers develop wearable heart attack detection tech

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250430143004.htm

Published: April 30, 2025 14:30

Every second counts when it comes to detecting and treating heart attacks. A new technology may be able to identify heart attacks faster and more accurately than traditional methods.

Engineers advance toward a fault-tolerant quantum computer

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250430142617.htm

Published: April 30, 2025 14:26

Researchers demonstrated extremely strong nonlinear light-matter coupling in a quantum circuit. Stronger coupling enables faster quantum readout and operations, ultimately improving the accuracy of quantum operations.

A virtual reality game integrating smell to fight cognitive decline

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250430142346.htm

Published: April 30, 2025 14:23

Aiming to address age-related cognitive decline, a growing global health challenge, a team of researchers has developed a VR-based smell-training system to help combat it. This innovative VR game activates memory pathways by incorporating olfactory…

Restoring oil wells back to nature with moss

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250430142002.htm

Published: April 30, 2025 14:20

In what could represent a milestone in ecological restoration, researchers have implemented a method capable of restoring peatlands at tens of thousands of oil and gas exploration sites in Western Canada. The project involves lowering the surface of these…

'Scratching' more than the ocean's surface to map global microplastic movement

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250430141835.htm

Published: April 30, 2025 14:18

An international team of scientists has moved beyond just 'scratching the surface,' to understand how microplastics move through and impact the global ocean. For the first time, scientists have mapped microplastic distribution from the surface to the deep…