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2-Apr-2026

 

Living brain cells enable machine learning computations

Tohoku University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A collaborative research group has shown that biological neurons can be trained to perform a temporal pattern learning task that was previously carried out by artificial systems. A collaborative research group has shown that biological neurons can be trained to perform a temporal pattern learning task that was previously carried out by artificial systems.

Journal

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

2-Apr-2026

 

Biochar reshapes soil chemistry to lock toxic arsenic and cadmium, offering a new predictive model for cleanup

Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University

Heavy metal contamination in soils remains a persistent global challenge, threatening food safety, water quality, and ecosystem health. Now, a new study offers both a clearer understanding of how biochar stabilizes toxic metals and a predictive framework to guide more effective remediation strategies.

Journal

Biochar

2-Apr-2026

 

Softens inside the body? The emergence of ‘transformation electrodes’

Pohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)
Peer-Reviewed Publication

POSTECH develops a spinal cord neural interface using variable stiffness and liquid metal; ensures ease of insertion and long-term electrical stability.

Journal

npj Flexible Electronics

2-Apr-2026

 

Biochar and plant ash combination restores soil health and protects crops from disease

Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University

A new study reveals that a simple combination of biochar and plant ash can restore soil health, reduce plant disease, and improve crop resilience by reshaping the hidden ecosystem around plant roots.

Journal

Biochar

2-Apr-2026

 

When iron misleads: Biochar’s pollution-fighting power depends on hidden chemistry

Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University

Biochar, a carbon-rich material made from plant waste, is widely promoted as a sustainable solution for removing pollutants from water and soil. However, new research reveals that its effectiveness may be more complex than previously thought, especially when iron is present.

Journal

Biochar

2-Apr-2026

 

Biochar reshapes ant societies, revealing hidden ecological trade-offs in soil restoration

Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A new study shows that biochar, widely promoted as a climate-smart soil amendment, can significantly reshape the social lives of ants, with cascading effects on ecosystem functioning. The findings highlight both the promise and the risks of using biochar in large-scale land restoration.

Journal

Biochar

2-Apr-2026

 

Engineered biochar unlocks soil’s natural chemistry to break down antibiotic pollution

Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A new study reveals how an advanced iron-modified biochar can harness the natural chemistry of soils to break down persistent antibiotic contaminants, offering a sustainable and chemical-free approach to environmental remediation.

Journal

Biochar