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Scientists previously believed the Abatus cordatus sea urchin was highly vulnerable to ocean warming, but new research reveals unexpected resilience. The key to survival appears to be its gut microbiome, which changes composition to cope with thermal stress.
By Schwob, Delleuze, Motreuil, Marschal, Saucède, Orlando, Poulin, Cabrol
Researchers have successfully stabilised lead-free copper perovskites by encapsulating them in cyclodextrin molecules. This protective shell allows the nanocrystals to function in water without degrading, offering a non-toxic alternative for advanced sensing technologies.
By Zu, Qiu, Huang, Wang, Lin, Qiu, Lin, Luo
A pioneering study maps the vertical distribution of single-celled organisms in the Bay of Bengal and Eastern Indian Ocean. Results show a dramatic shift from solar-powered surface communities to deep-sea ecosystems dominated by parasites and bacteria-eaters.
By Pujari, Qiao, Nilajkar, Gu, Li, Guo, Zhang, Liu, Ding, Sun
Accurately sorting white polyamide from mixed waste is challenging due to its visual similarity to wood and metals. Researchers developed a dual imaging approach combining laser-induced fluorescence and hyperspectral reflectance, which distinctly identifies polyamide by its unique light signatures. This breakthrough promises more efficient automated recycling and paves the way for advanced waste management.
By Ebrahem, Mahmoud, El-Sharkawy