Global Intelligence Database
Traditional self-charging batteries are hindered by slow solid-state reactions, often taking hours to replenish. A new organic redox flow design shatters this limitation, achieving a 94% charge in just eight minutes by utilising rapid liquid-phase chemistry.
By Wang, Yang, Cui, Xia, Jiang, Xia, Chen, Yang, Bae, Gu, Ding
Scientists studying liver fibrosis in rats have combined genetic analysis with MRI scans to uncover new molecular clues. They identified key genes whose activity correlates with the severity of liver scarring seen on the scans, potentially paving the way for future non-invasive diagnostic strategies.
By Liang, Hu, Xia, Li, Yang, Lei, Luo
New research reveals how the brain's dynamic connectivity patterns break down across the Alzheimer's spectrum. Early stages are marked by difficulty switching between neural states, while later stages see the brain becoming 'stuck' in dysfunctional patterns linked to specific genetic imbalances.
By Shi, Li, Ci, Yan, Tian, Zheng, Zhu, Qin
Researchers are investigating organic materials that can change their magnetic state when exposed to light, offering potential breakthroughs in data storage and quantum computing. While these organic systems hold distinct advantages over metal-based ones, bridging the energy gap to activate their magnetism remains a complex challenge.
By Jana, Chatterjee, Bandyopadhyay