Bridging the gap: From frequent molecular changes to observable phenomena
New research employs shutter speed analogies to validate 55-year-old theory about chemical reaction rates.
15-May-2024 1:00 AM EDT
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New research employs shutter speed analogies to validate 55-year-old theory about chemical reaction rates.
15-May-2024 1:00 AM EDT
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Charge-recharge cycling of lithium-superrich iron oxide, a cost-effective and high-capacity cathode for new-generation lithium-ion batteries, can be greatly improved by doping with readily available mineral elements.
1-May-2024 10:30 PM EDT
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Samples reveal evidence of changes experienced by the surface of asteroid Ryugu, some probably due to micrometeoroid bombardment.
25-Apr-2024 8:05 PM EDT
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Chemical and heat treatment of sewage sludge can recover phosphorus in a process that could help address the problem of diminishing supplies of phosphorus ores.
26-Apr-2024 2:00 AM EDT
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As wildfires in Siberia become more common, global climate modeling estimates significant impacts on climate, air quality, health, and economies in East Asia and across the northern hemisphere.
18-Apr-2024 9:00 PM EDT
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Meandering ocean currents play an important role in the melting of Antarctic ice shelves, threatening a significant rise in sea levels.
8-Apr-2024 10:00 AM EDT
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Genetic analysis finds evidence suggesting that acoustic fat bodies in the heads of toothed whales were once the muscles and bone marrow of the jaw.
8-Apr-2024 3:00 AM EDT
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The lipids in some herbal teas have been identified in detail for the first time, preparing the ground for investigating their contribution to the health benefits of the teas.
29-Mar-2024 2:00 AM EDT
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Assistant Professor Kohei Matsuno of the Faculty of Fisheries Sciences spoke about how climate change is changing the distribution and ecology of marine plankton and what impact this will have on higher-trophic predators, including humans.
8-Sep-2023 12:00 AM EDT
Associate Professor Yoshi N. Sasaki, a specialist in Physical Oceanography, is involved in research into rising sea levels—particularly in coastal areas of Japan. He spoke about what he has learned so far about the relationship between ocean...
17-Aug-2023 9:00 AM EDT
Home is where the heart is, and a well-designed home is key for well-being. For Associate Professor Rie Nomura (Laboratory of Architecture and Planning, Graduate School of Engineering), every society needs to recognize this fundamental aspect of...
8-Aug-2023 10:00 AM EDT
Founded in 1876 as Sapporo Agricultural College, Hokkaido University is one of the oldest, largest, and most prestigious universities in Japan. The university attracts prospective students from all around the globe with the diverse degree programs offered and the year-round scenic beauty. The campuses are located in the cities of Sapporo and Hakodate of Hokkaido, and 21 facilities are spread throughout Hokkaido and mainland Japan.