A team of Japanese researchers has developed a solid electrolyte that can transport hydride ions (H−) at room temperature. This achievement marks the start of the practical use of hydrogen-based batteries and fuel cells, with significant improvements in safety, efficiency and energy density. The hydrogen challenge The widespread use of hydrogen-based energy requires optimal safety, … [Read more…]
Less than a year away from a historic trip around the moon, Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen says humanity’s next missions to further explore space will inspire future generations, just as NASA’s Apollo expeditions ignited his passion. Posted at 7:34 am Sidhartha Banerjee The Canadian Press Mr. Hansen will be aboard the Artemis II mission, scheduled … [Read more…]
In a major breakthrough in synthetic biology, a team of scientists from the United Kingdom led by Dr. Ben Blount from the University of Nottingham and Professor Tom Ellis from Imperial College London completed the construction of a chromosome (the chromosome (from the Greek word “khroma”), color and soma, body, element) is the synthetic element. … [Read more…]