December 31, 2024

Sodium-ion batteries advance with Vanadium for cheaper energy solutions

Researchers have created a safer, low-cost alternative to lithium with advanced sodium-ion batteries by adding vanadium, which improves energy density and stability, making sodium batteries more efficient.

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December 31, 2024

Interactive enrichment objects help keep dairy cows happy

A simple toy such as an inflatable buoy reduces boredom and improves the welfare of dairy cows, a playful approach toward enhancing livestock well-being and understanding animal behavior in indoor farming environments.

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December 31, 2024

Extinct-in-the-wild Hawaiian crows released on Maui

In a huge step towards the species' recovery, five Hawaiian crows were released on Maui for the first time in decades as part of a conservation effort to bring the species back from being extinct-in-the-wild.

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December 31, 2024

Modular timber high-rise promotes resource-efficient building practices

Architects have introduced a modular timber high-rise that focuses on resource efficiency and adaptability, not only reducing environmental impact but also extending the building's lifespan and ensuring flexibility and potential reusability.

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December 31, 2024

Amino acid discovery opens path to safer food supplies

The amino acid serine has been found to halt spore formation in harmful bacteria, offering a new way to combat foodborne illnesses. This breakthrough could significantly enhance food safety and reduce global contamination risks.

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December 31, 2024

New treatment boosts daily skills and social interactions in Down syndrome

A groundbreaking clinical trial has shown that a new drug safely improves cognitive function, daily skills, and social interactions for people with Down syndrome, a huge step towards more independence and improved quality of life for affected individuals.

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December 31, 2024

South Korea cuts subsidies for new biomass energy projects in a policy shift

South Korea’s decision to reduce subsidies for imported biomass signals a pivotal step towards sustainable energy and is aimed at easing pressure on vulnerable forests. With this bold reform, the country sets a promising example for reducing biomass’s environmental impact and promoting greener alternatives.

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December 31, 2024

Amazon Rivers show signs of recovery after historic drought

The Amazon River and its tributaries, which make up the largest freshwater basin in the world, are rising again and bringing relief to communities after historic lows that caused isolation and disruptions.

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December 31, 2024

California launches a massive $2 billion solar and storage project

California has switched on a $2 billion solar and storage project in Mojave, in a major step toward cleaner energy. The Eland 1 Solar-plus-Storage Project is set to support local jobs and generate lasting benefits for Southern California’s communities.

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December 31, 2024

China strengthens renewable energy push with $2.1 billion equity deal

China Huaneng has secured a $2.1 billion equity infusion to propel its renewable energy expansion. This record investment will ease the financial challenges for Huaneng Renewables and drive the growth of wind and solar power to further advance China’s ambitious green energy goals.

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December 31, 2024

London Fashion Week pioneers ban on exotic animal skins

London Fashion Week has become the first major fashion event to ban exotic animal skins such as crocodiles and snakes starting this year, a historic shift that promotes innovative and animal-friendly materials in the world’s fashion capital.

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December 31, 2024

Secrets of bird plumage unlocked using breakthrough imaging techniques

Scientists have unlocked hidden colors in rare bird-of-paradise plumage. Advanced hyperspectral imaging reveals intricate ultraviolet patterns invisible to human eyes and offers a new way to study animal coloration and its evolutionary significance.

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December 31, 2024

New study offers hope for restoring thalamus function in chronic stroke patients

A new study has shown that damage to the thalamus, caused indirectly by a stroke, plays a big role in long-term disability, suggesting that focused treatments could help restore its functions, ease lasting stroke effects and improve patients' lives.

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