Archived Intelligence
This theoretical paper argues that sleep is a mathematical necessity for complex brains. It suggests we must go "offline" to integrate new learning without overwriting old memories, a problem known as catastrophic interference.
Scientists have engineered thin tellurium crystals to emit mid-infrared light via photoluminescence that can be tuned electrically. These devices demonstrate potential for high-speed switching and secure data transmission on computer chips.
A retrospective study of 30 children highlights the stark differences between infantile and late-onset forms of this genetic disorder. While enzyme replacement therapy significantly reduces severe health events and improves heart function, the study confirms that mortality remains high for the most severe cases.
A comprehensive review of 56 studies confirms that marine molluscs are accumulating plastic fibres at significant rates. As filter-feeders, these animals act as sentinels for ocean health, though the implications for human diners remain a pressing concern.
A systematic review of 47 studies spanning nearly two decades analyses the toxic composition of wildfire smoke. It highlights the disproportionate burden on vulnerable groups while exposing a significant lack of data on the effects of repeated, seasonal exposure.
Researchers have developed a unified control system for tilt-rotor drones that merges neural networks with sliding mode control. This approach allows the aircraft to adapt to wind and mechanical faults faster than previous methods.
With two-thirds of the timeline elapsed, a new analysis reveals a troubling trend where high-performing indicators are slipping backward. While industrial sectors show growth, health metrics are regressing, implying that achieving the 2030 targets now requires a formidable acceleration.
Researchers in Southwestern China utilized isotope dating and leaching experiments to distinguish natural background levels from human-caused contamination. The data reveals a historical spike in Cadmium and Mercury, peaking in 2009 before a fluctuating decline. High mobility in current soil samples suggests that legacy waste poses a continuing, active threat to the ecosystem.
Researchers have identified a complex signalling network where abscisic acid (ABA) triggers the ethylene burst necessary for tomato ripening. By manipulating specific kinases, the study reveals a dual-mechanism approach that not only impacts ripening speed but also influences flowering duration and seed development.
Researchers have sequenced the first complete genome of a Lyme disease bacterium found in South Korea. While it closely resembles Japanese strains, it possesses unique genetic structures that indicate local adaptation.
Researchers have developed a precise, light-activated method to convert common refrigerants into high-performance polymers. By utilising a specialised photocatalyst, the study demonstrates how inert gases can be repurposed into superhydrophobic materials.