CERN: Antihydrogen has no electric charge Using a new anti-nuclear trap CERN scientists have shown that the antihydrogen is electrically neutral.
Iron could help make cheaper solar panels Scientists have developed a new iron compound that could be used in future solar panels, and make them cheaper, lighter, and smaller.
New biofuel cells will retire toxic metals Natural enzymes can replace the expensive and toxic precious metals used in fuel cells.
New particle accelerator will be completely climate neutral Large research facilities such as CERN use huge amounts of energy to accelerate particles up to high speed. But a new research facility have plans to be climate neutral and even lower CO2 reductions in the local area.
Metabolism works differently than we thought Kleiber’s law of metabolism, which states that the metabolic rate of an animal scales to the 3/4 power of the mass, has a flaw in it, argues Danish scientist.
Plastic can convert heat into electricity Large amounts of energy go to waste due to insufficient heat recovery in power stations. Now scientists have identified special plastic materials that can convert heat into electricity.
When insulators become electronics A new, superconducting oxide system multiplies the electron mobility in electronic oxide transistors. Benefits include superconducting nanotransistors, self-charging electronic devices and a new type of RAM.
Hydrogen cars now one step closer Scientists have taken a big step towards making environmentally-friendly hydrogen cars a reality.
Abstract maths can boost machinery Abstract mathematical models can help businesses optimise their manufacturing equipment, new study suggests.
Proof: graphene can convert sunlight to electricity Graphene has an excellent ability to convert solar radiation into energy. Now we can see how the material works and why it has the potential to massively boost the efficiency of solar cells.
Play a computer game and help solve big physics mystery The human brain can recognise patterns and make irrational choices much better than any computer can. Now you can help researchers develop a quantum computer by playing an online game.
Infections may cause depression New study establishes a link between infections and mental health. If you have had a severe infection, your risk of suffering e.g. a depression increases by 62 percent.
New centre to unravel mystery of solar energy storage A new research centre has been given five years to develop new techniques for storing solar energy.
Huge X-ray laser reveals new molecular state Using a specially designed X-ray laser, researchers have managed to photograph what happens when molecules bind to or unbind from the surface of a catalyst. The findings may be an important step in the development of new forms of renewable energy.
Getting Arctic raw materials requires a gentle hand We must be very careful if we want to preserve the Arctic region’s special natural environment and culture while ensuring that the coming raw materials boom doesn’t turn into a disaster.
New model helps scientists understand solar flares Using a new computer model, researchers can now see how a solar flare arises and develops. An increased understanding of the gigantic explosions on the Sun will over time give us better space weather forecasts.
Your household appliances can be hacked The neighbour’s kid hacks your washing machine and terrorists switch off the power in your city. These are likely future scenarios with modern technology. But now a researcher has set out to combat this.
Hot brains impair athletic performance It’s not just muscle fatigue that impairs athletic performance in hot conditions. Your brain temperature and central fatigue also play a key role.
How to build the perfect sandcastle Scientists have come up with a formula that makes it possible to build spectacular sandcastles.
Magnetic screw helps capture energy from waves Wave energy is known for its great potential, but so far no-one has found the right way to exploit the movements of waves. Three newly qualified engineers have come up with a great suggestion
Green energy will cut healthcare costs Changing to green energy sources will cut healthcare costs and offset some of the costs of changing energy system, according to new models that calculate how air pollution spreads.
Magnetic fridge cuts electricity bill in half Using magnetism to create a cooling effect requires very little energy. It’s also possible to use water instead of harmful greenhouse gases to transport heat and cold.
Computer model predicts tomorrow’s nature Researchers have developed a computer model that can look into the future. The model’s virtual world makes it possible to explore how man-made changes in nature will impact on animal life in the future.
Solving the wave energy puzzle Tests of a new wave power plant have been “exceedingly promising”, say researchers.
