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Scientists have found a way to stabilise tiny quantum systems called molecular qubits by aligning the magnetic fields of surrounding atoms. This reduces background noise, allowing the quantum states to maintain their focus for much longer. In the future, this highly tunable approach could help build advanced, high-coherence quantum technologies.
Scientists evaluated how well nonhuman primates predict accidental genetic edits in humans. The study found that monkeys only share a small fraction of potential human off-target sites. This suggests we need better ways to test the safety of future genetic medicines.
Scientists are studying new batteries made entirely of solid materials, which could hold more power and be much safer than current options. However, these batteries face a 'traffic jam' problem where energy struggles to move between the solid parts. Researchers are finding clever ways to clear the path, hoping to bring these improved batteries into our everyday lives.
Scientists have mapped a highly accurate new reference genome for the Brook Trout from the Mid-Atlantic region. This new DNA map fixes significant errors caused by using an older northern genome, giving conservationists a better tool to protect shrinking fish populations.
Working memory is essential for almost every cognitive task, yet how the brain holds onto fleeting thoughts has remained fiercely debated. Moving away from the idea of a single, static process, a new computational study reveals that combining different types of brain plasticity creates far superior models of memory, uncovering the dynamic, hidden compartments of human cognition.
Scientists studied rats to understand why habits get stuck on repeat in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). They found that certain brain cells become overly stable and lose their flexibility, making it hard to stop repetitive behaviours.
Scientists have developed a new algorithm to track how a non-invasive ear treatment changes brain connections. This tool reveals that the therapy shifts how the brain processes information, potentially improving emotional control and mental flexibility.
Toxic contaminants hide silently in our water, highlighting the need for highly precise filtration tools. Scientists have developed robust organic-inorganic composite membranes that effectively trap and degrade microscopic pollutants, suggesting new ways to purify industrial wastewater.
Researchers have reviewed new methods to alter the surface of MXenes, a family of highly conductive two-dimensional materials. By tweaking how these materials are synthesised, scientists suggest they could improve energy storage and flexible electronics, though commercial scaling remains a significant hurdle.
Getting a jab can be scary, but scientists have studied the best ways to make it easier. A recent review suggests that simple changes, like the order of injections and how fast they are given, might help in reducing vaccine pain.
Researchers have discovered that a specific receptor controls how star-shaped brain cells grow and claim their territory. This new understanding of brain architecture could eventually help scientists design targeted genomic therapies for neurological conditions.
Scientists are reviewing a new family of ultra-thin materials called transition metal carbo-chalcogenides. By combining the best traits of two different chemical structures, these flat materials could help store energy more efficiently. While they remain difficult to manufacture, this review maps out how we might use them in next-generation batteries.