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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 19-Jan-2026 19:11 ET (20-Jan-2026 00:11 GMT/UTC)
Scalable production of advanced oxidation materials via continuous joule heating
Higher Education PressDiscover how scientists are revolutionizing wastewater treatment with a new method to produce powerful metal oxide catalysts on a large scale. Using continuous flash Joule heating, they’ve created materials that efficiently break down pollutants, offering a scalable solution for cleaner water. Learn more about this innovative approach in our latest report.
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Microbial iron mining: turning polluted soils into self-cleaning reactors
Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural UniversityPeer-Reviewed Publication
New biochar-powered microbial systems offer sustainable solution for toxic pollutants
Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural UniversityPeer-Reviewed Publication
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Rivers of carbon: how land runoff and saltwater shape greenhouse gas emissions at the edge of the sea
Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural UniversityPeer-Reviewed Publication
Now, a new study published on September 22, 2025, in the open-access journal Carbon Research has cracked part of that code. By tracing the journey of dissolved organic matter (DOM) from riverbanks to estuaries, researchers have uncovered how land-based pollution and changing salinity team up to control the release of potent greenhouse gases—carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), and nitrous oxide (N₂O).
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Space computing: the future of real-time data processing in orbit
Higher Education PressDiscover how space computing is set to transform real-time data processing in orbit. From enhancing satellite communications to enabling intelligent remote sensing, this emerging technology holds the key to unlocking new possibilities in space exploration and beyond. Dive into the latest advancements and challenges in this exciting field.
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Non-terrestrial networks: The future of 6G connectivity
Higher Education PressDiscover how non-terrestrial networks (NTNs) are set to transform 6G connectivity. A new review in Engineering explores the integration of NTNs into global communication infrastructures, addressing key technologies and challenges. Learn about the role of NTNs in delivering reliable services to remote regions and the future of global connectivity.
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AI unlocks the microscopic world to transform future manufacturing
Higher Education PressPeer-Reviewed Publication
Discover how AI-driven particle vision analysis is revolutionizing smart manufacturing. This review article explores cutting-edge advancements in microscopic imaging, focusing on particle classification, detection, segmentation, and tracking. Learn how AI enhances precision and efficiency across industries, from nanotechnology to pharmaceuticals, paving the way for future technological breakthroughs.
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From womb to world: scientists reveal how maternal stress programs infant development
Chongqing Medical UniversityPeer-Reviewed Publication
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- Pediatric Discovery
Recent progress of soft and bioactive materials in flexible bioelectronics
Beijing Institute of Technology Press Co., LtdA review article published by the Fudan University presented the most recent progress for these purposes, with an emphasis on material properties such as foreign body response, on integration schemes with biological tissues, and on their use as bioelectronic platforms.
The new review paper, published on Apr. 29 in the journal Cyborg and Bionic Systems, summarized an envisioned applications involve advanced implants for brain, cardiac, and other organ systems, with capabilities of bioactive materials that offer stability for human subjects and live animal models.
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