While hydrogen-fueled large trucks were initially envisioned as the future of environmentally friendly road transport, they might soon find themselves confined to niche markets in Europe, overshadowed by electric trucks. In the outskirts of Trondheim, western Norway, food wholesaler Asko has been conducting trials since 2020 with four hydrogen fuel cell trucks provided by Swedish […]
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Researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking approach that leverages liquid metals to transform and “green” the chemical industry. This innovative technique could replace the energy-intensive methods rooted in the early 20th century, offering a much-needed shift away from solid catalysts. Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Chemical production contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for roughly 10–15%
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When you’re out in the wilderness and already have a bottle of pure water with you, why confine its use to just drinking? With the Hydration Spray Lid, you can also use it for misting, streaming, and spraying. Lunatec’s BPA-Free Lid for Outdoor Enthusiasts Presently featured in a Kickstarter campaign, the BPA-free lid is produced
Recent research indicates that European food consumption relies heavily on global resources, primarily imported from non-European countries. The food supply chain, starting from the primary agricultural sector, experiences food loss and waste until it reaches European consumers. Marianne Thomsen, a professor of sustainable food systems at the University of Copenhagen, suggests that halving food loss
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If you find the concept of robot dogs equipped with flamethrowers impressive, consider the idea of a robot dog carrying an anti-tank rocket launcher on its back. This unique research concept was put to the test at the US Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in California last September. Robotic dogs unquestionably rank high in
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Agriculture proves to be one of the most challenging human activities to reduce carbon emissions, as it is an essential part of life, yet the land-use practices connected to crop cultivation contribute to approximately 25% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. Scientists from the University of California, Irvine, and other research institutions are exploring a
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“Having the finest multitool won’t be of much use if it’s not readily available. The MultiMighty Paracord Survival Bracelet, equipped with 13 tools, is the latest solution to this issue, conveniently worn on your wrist.” However “at present, featured in a Kickstarter campaign, the resizable bracelet includes 3 meters (9.8 ft) of woven 550 Paracord,
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A collaborative effort between biomedical researchers at Novartis Institutes for Biomedical Research and Microsoft Research AI4Science is breaking new ground in teaching AI systems to facilitate medicine discovery. Their study, featured in Nature Communications, harnesses chemists’ feedback to provide intuitive guidelines for an AI model. Exploring AI-Assisted Drug Discovery with Chemist Intuition In a pioneering
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The use of traditional cement in concrete production is a significant contributor to global CO2 emissions. To address this issue, Provencher Roy architects chose a more environmentally friendly approach for two bridges in Canada. These bridges, known as the Darwin Bridges and situated on Nuns’ Island in Montreal, were constructed using concrete infused with locally
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An international research team has developed an innovative method for capturing highly secure and precise snapshots of room contents using radio antennas and mirrors. This groundbreaking technology has a wide range of potential applications, with a particular focus on nuclear disarmament treaty monitoring. A Breakthrough in Remote Monitoring for Nuclear Disarmament An international team of