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University of Queensland researchers have made a breakthrough in muonic atom research, clearing the way for new nuclear physics experiments.

A team at the UQ School of Mathematics and Physics has combined theory and experiments to show that nuclear polarization does not limit studies of muonic atoms. The research was published in Physical Review Letters.

Co-author Dr. Odile Smits said the finding provides a clear path for using muonic atoms to better understand the magnetic structure of the .

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Using data from nearly 15 million galaxies and quasars, the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) has created the most detailed 3D map of the universe ever made. A new analysis combining DESI’s observations with other major cosmic datasets suggests that dark energy, the mysterious force behind

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A team of researchers at Peking University claims to have made a breakthrough in chip technology, potentially reshaping the semiconductor race.

Their newly developed 2D transistor is said to be 40% faster than the latest 3-nanometre silicon chips from Intel and TSMC while consuming 10% less energy. This innovation, they say, could allow China to bypass the challenges of silicon-based chipmaking entirely.

“It is the fastest, most efficient transistor ever,” according to an official statement published last week on the PKU website.

Led by physical chemistry professor Peng Hailin, the research team believes their approach represents a fundamental shift in semiconductor technology.

Peking University researchers have developed a 2D transistor that operates 40% faster and uses 10% less energy than leading silicon chips.

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Unveiled at CES 2025, Roborock’s innovative robot vacuum with an arm, Saros Z70, is now available as a pre-order bundle in the US store. According to the company, consumers can get the Saros Z70 for $1,899 with another Robocok product. This device’s availability is expected in early May.

Roborock previewed the Saros Z70 to BGR a little before its official announcement at CES, and the company’s view for the future of the robot vacuum segment future is impressive. Roborock says the Saros Z70 features a foldable robotic arm with five axes that can deploy itself to clean previously obstructed areas and put away small items such as socks, small towels, tissue papers, and sandals under 300g.

While I can understand the appeal of the robot vacuum going a step further–I think the ability to climb different areas is more interesting with the latest Roborock Qrevo Curv and Saros 10R –it feels a bit too much not removing your dirty socks from the floor; you know?

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The XPRIZE Design Studio is an annual opportunity for anyone, anywhere, to share their vision for a potential prize competition at XPRIZE. It will run from February 18 – April 15, 2025.

The XPRIZE Design Course can be completed in just over one hour and exited at any time. Each submission will be carefully reviewed by domain experts and weighed against the need for innovation in the chosen area. After submission, you will receive an email confirmation of your entry along with a short survey to provide your feedback. Successful ideas will proceed to the next step in the XPRIZE design process.

*for more information on how to get started click on the link*.

Tell XPRIZE how you want to improve the world.

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Researchers from Kyoto University have achieved a significant advancement in materials science by developing the world’s first three-dimensional van der Waals open frameworks (WaaFs). This innovation challenges the conventional belief that van der Waals interactions are too weak for open framework materials, demonstrating their potential for stable and highly porous materials.

Published in Nature Chemistry, the study presents a strategy using octahedral metal-organic polyhedra (MOPs) as building blocks to construct WaaFs. These frameworks exhibit high , exceptional porosity, and reversible assembly, opening new avenues for applications in gas storage, separation, and catalysis.

WaaFs utilize van der Waals interactions, which were previously considered too weak, to form robust three-dimensional frameworks. These structures maintain their integrity at temperatures up to 593 K and achieve surface areas exceeding 2,000 m2/g, making them highly stable and efficient for various industrial applications.

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New research from India has made it 10 times cheaper to construct buildings on-site using a 3D printer.

A report from The Better India highlights the work of Dr. Pradeepkumar Sundarraj, who built the Kelvin6K Pro. It’s India’s first on-site construction 3D printer that can build a 2,500-square-foot home in less than 30 days.

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Early-life adversity affects more than half of the world’s children and is a significant risk factor for cognitive and mental health problems later in life. In an extensive and up-to-the-minute review of research in this domain, scholars from the University of California, Irvine illuminate the profound impacts of these adverse childhood experiences on brain development and introduce new paths for understanding and tackling them.

Their study, published in Neuron, examines the mechanisms behind the long-term consequences of childhood (). Despite extensive research spanning over seven decades, the authors point out that significant questions remain unanswered. For example, how do adults—from parents to researchers—fully comprehend what is perceived as stressful by an infant or child?

Such conceptual queries, as well as the use of cutting-edge research tools, can provide a road map, guiding experts toward developing innovative methods and providing solutions to this pressing mental health issue.

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