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Scientists discover mechanism for fast self-healing molecular crystals
1+ hour, 39+ min ago (50+ words) Researchers have discovered a rigid molecular crystal that can autonomously heal its own macroscopic cracks in mere milliseconds, paving the way for highly durable, self-repairing electronics. Did you play Scidle, the science wordle today? Weekly Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math…...
IIT Bombay study finds why our current methods of testing hydrogen-ready metals are inaccurate
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (292+ words) Researchers have identified how common testing errors lead to unreliable data, providing a new blueprint for building the ultra-safe infrastructure needed for a hydrogen-powered world. Did you play Scidle, the science wordle today? "The H-permeation flux (amount of hydrogen diffusing…...
Scientists develop novel MXene aerogel that scrubs toxic dyes and kills bacteria
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (164+ words) Researchers from Shiv Nadar University have created a robust, low-cost aerogel using chitosan and MXene that simultaneously removes over 90% of toxic industrial dyes and eliminates harmful bacteria from contaminated water. Did you play Scidle, the science wordle today? While MXenes…...
Changing the "soap molecule" surfactin"s tail length changes how it fights pollution, shows study
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (109+ words) Computer simulations reveal that increasing the tail length of the biosurfactant surfactin creates more stable, spherical clusters but unexpectedly makes the molecule less efficient at covering water surfaces. Did you play Scidle, the science wordle today? Surfactants (surface-active agents) are…...
A greener path to synthesising Metal Organic Frameworks for carbon capture and storage
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (144+ words) Researchers from BITS-Pilani, Hyderabad, have developed a safer, fluoride-free synthesis method for metal-organic frameworks that significantly boosts their capacity to capture greenhouse gases and store clean fuels at room temperature. Did you play Scidle, the science wordle today? In a…...
A biodegradable water filter that works on sunlight and vibrations
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (174+ words) A comprehensive study from 26 major sewage treatment plants has identified 11 sites in Bengaluru that could act as bellwether sites for wastewater surveillance of COVID19 virus When light hits the structure, they get activated and react with the MB and CR in…...