Researchers have launched a database of over 14,000 studies that were withdrawn from the preprint server arXiv since its launch in 1991. The database, called WithdrarXiv, aims to shed light on why these preprints were pulled and to spur the creation of automated tools that flag potential errors to researchers. The study found that the…
Physicists in the US have made a significant breakthrough in the development of nuclear clocks, a technology that could revolutionize timekeeping and open up new possibilities for scientific research. By using physical vapour deposition (PVD) to create layers of thorium fluoride, researchers have been able to reduce the amount of expensive and radioactive thorium-229 needed…
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in understanding how the brain avoids ‘catastrophic forgetting’ – the distortion and overwriting of previously established memories when new ones are created. Research has shown that the brain processes new and old memories in separate phases of sleep, which might prevent mixing between the two. This finding, published in…
Researchers at the University of Strathclyde have made a groundbreaking discovery in recycling colloidal quantum dots used in supraparticle lasers. The team developed a simple and practical technique to recover 85% of the quantum dots, which can be reused to build new lasers with a photoluminescence quantum yield comparable to those made from new particles….
A recent report by Clarivate highlights several blockbuster drugs poised to revolutionize the biotech industry. These treatments, expected to generate over $1 billion in sales, include CagriSema for type 2 diabetes, Awiqli for long-acting insulin, Cobenfy for schizophrenia, and several others. As these drugs make their way to market, they are expected to transform the…
Scientists have discovered a new way to study supercell thunderstorms and their devastating tornadoes using muons, subatomic particles produced by cosmic rays. Researchers propose using a large detector to measure the atmospheric pressure within a storm, which could help understand the formation of tornadoes. This breakthrough could lead to improved forecasting and warning systems for…
Scientists are considering climate engineering as a potential solution to global warming, despite public opposition and concerns about unintended consequences. Researchers are working to fill knowledge gaps and develop strategies for deploying reflective particles into the stratosphere to cool the Earth. However, many questions remain unanswered, including how much particulate matter is needed, when and…
Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency inspired by the popular “Doge” meme, has seen a surge in cloud mining adoption. Cloud mining service providers, such as Cryptokeying, offer users the opportunity to mine Dogecoin and other cryptocurrencies without the need for expensive equipment. This new trend is expected to revolutionize the way people mine cryptocurrencies, making it more…
Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science have developed a new foldable “bottlebrush” polymer network that is both stiff and stretchy. This breakthrough material has the potential to revolutionize various industries, including biomedical devices, wearable electronics, and soft robotics systems. The polymer’s unique properties make it an ideal candidate for…
Japan Airlines (JAL) has reported a cyber attack that has caused delays to some flights and suspended ticket sales for all services on Thursday. The airline experienced “malfunctions in systems communicating with external systems” since shortly before 7:30am local time. JAL temporarily isolated a router that was causing the disruption and is currently checking the…
