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Learning how to destroy PFAS – down to the tiniest airborne particles
2+ hour, 33+ min ago (795+ words) Getting rid of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) is one of the greatest environmental challenges of our time. This group of 15,000 human-made chemicals doesn't break down naturally, leaching into soils and waterways and accumulating in the environment. High levels of…...
New Technique Puts Rendered Fabric In Best Light
2+ week, 17+ hour ago (722+ words) The sheen of satin, the subtle glints of twill, the translucence of sheer silk: Fabric has long been difficult to render digitally because of the myriad ways different yarns can be woven or knitted together. Now, Cornell researchers, in partnership…...
PolyU develops new human-safe magnetorheological fibres, leading innovations in smart wearable textiles
2+ week, 1+ day ago (252+ words) The Flexible Smart Gripper can flexibly grasp soft, fragile or irregularly shaped items with electric current controlling fabric stiffness. The Remote Emulation Haptic Finger Glove can accurately replicate the surface textures and tactile hardness of different objects. Prof. Tao explained…...
CatDRX: a novel AI model for discovery of chemical catalysts
3+ week, 1+ hour ago (261+ words) CatDRX: An AI-Powered Model for Catalyst Discovery "What makes CatDRX different is how it learns. Instead of only focusing on the catalyst structure, it also considers the entire reaction environment," explains lead author, Ohue. "One key strength of CatDRX is…...