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5 days ago | 
azom.com | Lexie Corner |Muhammad Osama
Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent study published in Advanced Materials Interfaces examined how surface roughness impacts the performance of superconducting resonators—key components in quantum computing systems. The research focused on niobium (Nb) thin-film resonators on silicon substrates and analyzed how microscopic surface features influence microwave losses and the internal quality factor (Qi).
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1 week ago | 
azom.com | Lexie Corner |Muhammad Osama
Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent study published in npj Materials Degradation introduces a two-stage machine learning (ML) framework that predicts the degradation of protective coatings under various environmental conditions. By incorporating data on environmental stressors, changes in material properties, and corrosion indicators, the model offers a more accurate way to forecast coating failure.
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1 week ago | 
azom.com | Lexie Corner |Ibtisam Abbasi
Reviewed by Lexie CornerIndustry and government efforts to transition away from fossil fuels are driving a sharp increase in demand for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. However, several challenges remain. These include concerns about battery reliability, supply chain limitations, environmental risks tied to raw materials, and high production costs. This article outlines key issues and recent developments in the EV battery sector.
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1 week ago | 
azonano.com | Lexie Corner |Noopur Jain
Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent article in Advanced Science reported a new method for incorporating lithium ions into CsPbBr₃ nanocrystals. This approach aims to improve their electronic properties for use in applications such as white light-emitting diodes (WLEDs). Image Credit: Gorodenkoff/Shutterstock.comEnhancing CsPbBr3 nanocrystalsWithin the field of optoelectronics, there is a significant focus on enhancing the electronic properties of (CsPbBr3) nanocrystals (NCs).
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1 week ago | 
azom.com | Lexie Corner |Muhammad Osama
Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent study published in Advanced Sustainable Systems introduced a data-driven method for designing better electrolytes for lithium metal batteries (LMBs). The framework combines computer simulations and machine learning (ML) to improve the stability and cycle life of lithium metal anodes. By predicting the performance of various lithium salts, the approach aims to address key challenges in energy storage and speed up the discovery of effective electrolyte materials.
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1 week ago | 
azolifesciences.com | Lexie Corner |Pooja Toshniwal Paharia
Reviewed by Lexie CornerA study published in Advanced Science examined mechanical changes in fibronectin fibers during breast cancer progression. The researchers found that fibronectin fibers lose tension as tumors become invasive. This loss of tension may serve as a mechanical biomarker linked to tumor grade. Tumor grading is essential for diagnosis and treatment, as it helps predict aggressiveness, treatment response, and recurrence risk.
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1 week ago | 
azolifesciences.com | Lexie Corner |Pooja Toshniwal Paharia
Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent study in Nature Communications examined how RNA polymerase I (Pol I) responds to abasic (Ap) site formation—the most common type of DNA damage. The researchers found that Pol I helps maintain genome integrity by stalling at these lesion sites. This stalling prevents the buildup of faulty transcripts, regulates ribosomal RNA (rRNA) production, and exposes the damaged DNA to repair proteins.
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2 weeks ago | 
azonano.com | Lexie Corner |Atif Suhail
Reviewed by Lexie CornerClimate change presents a growing challenge for agriculture. Crops are increasingly exposed to extreme weather, drought, salinity, and heat. To address this, scientists and agritech developers are exploring nanotechnology to improve seed resilience. One emerging method, nanopriming, offers a novel approach to enhancing crop performance under stress.1Image Credit: Volodymyr_Shtun/Shutterstock.comWhat is Nanopriming?
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2 weeks ago | 
azolifesciences.com | Lexie Corner |Chinta Sidharthan
Reviewed by Lexie CornerInfectious disease control, vaccine durability, and immune-based therapies all rely on one key principle: immune memory. Understanding how the immune system remembers past encounters with pathogens—and how it responds to reinfections—is essential for developing better public health strategies. Image Credit: Motortion Films/Shutterstock.comWhat Triggers Long-Term Immune MemoryImmune memory is a defining feature of the adaptive immune system.
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2 weeks ago | 
azom.com | Lexie Corner |Muhammad Osama
Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent study published in Macromolecular Materials and Engineering presents a new method for creating antimicrobial polymer blends designed for 3D printing. The approach addresses a growing need in healthcare: producing materials that can resist bacterial contamination, especially in environments where drug-resistant bacteria are increasingly common.
