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Published Better residents' health after switch to electric buses
(via sciencedaily.com) The health of residents living alongside a bus route in Gothenburg, Sweden, became considerably better when hybrid buses were replaced by buses fully powered by electricity. Along with the noise levels there was a reduction of fatigue, day time sleepiness and low mood, a new study shows.
Published New method can predict summer rainfall in the Southwest months in advance
(via sciencedaily.com) As reservoir levels dwindle in the Southwest, scientists have developed a method to estimate summer rainfall in the region months in advance. These seasonal predictions can enable state and local officials to make key reservoir and water allocation decisions earlier in the season and support more efficient water management.
Published Researchers design simpler magnets for twisty facilities that could lead to steady-state fusion operation
(via sciencedaily.com) Scientists have used a mathematical technique to design powerful magnets with straighter shapes for stellarator fusion facilities, allowing for easier manufacturing and maintenance.
Published Scientific advance leads to a new tool in the fight against hackers
(via sciencedaily.com) A new form of security identification could soon see the light of day and help us protect our data from hackers and cybercriminals. Quantum mathematicians have solved a mathematical riddle that allows for a person's geographical location to be used as a personal ID that is secure against even the most advanced cyber attacks.
Published Spinning stars shed new light on strange signal coming from galactic center
(via sciencedaily.com) Researchers have found an alternative explanation for a mysterious gamma-ray signal coming from the center of the galaxy, which was long claimed as a signature of dark matter.
Published Space-based system using GPS satellites could warn of incoming tsunamis
(via sciencedaily.com) A new method for detecting tsunamis using existing GPS satellites orbiting Earth could serve as an effective warning system for countries worldwide, according to a new study.
Published Earth's atmosphere may be source of some lunar water
(via sciencedaily.com) Hydrogen and oxygen ions escaping from Earth's upper atmosphere and combining on the moon could be one of the sources of the known lunar water and ice, according to new research.
Published Solar beats nuclear at many potential settlement sites on Mars
(via sciencedaily.com) While most missions to the moon and other planets rely upon solar power, scientists have assumed that any extended surface mission involving humans would require a more reliable source of energy: nuclear power. Improvements in photovoltaics are upending this calculus. A new study concludes that a solar power system would weigh less than a nuclear system, and would be sufficient to power a colony at sites over nearly half the surface.
Published 3D bimodal photoacoustic ultrasound imaging to diagnose peripheral vascular diseases
(via sciencedaily.com) A research team has developed a bimodal photoacoustic/ ultrasound imaging technology for the human foot.
Published Lignin-based jet fuel packs more power for less pollution
(via sciencedaily.com) An experimental plant-based jet fuel could increase engine performance and efficiency, while dispensing with aromatics, the pollution-causing compounds added to conventional fuels, according to new research.
Published Researchers develop a paper-thin loudspeaker
(via sciencedaily.com) Researchers created an ultrathin loudspeaker that can turn any rigid surface into a high-quality, active audio source. The fabrication process can enable the thin-film devices to be produced at scale.
Published Classifying exoplanet atmospheres opens new field of study
(via sciencedaily.com) An international team of researchers examined data for 25 exoplanets and found some links among the properties of the atmospheres, including the thermal profiles and chemical abundances in them. These findings will help establish a generalized theory of planet formation which will improve our understanding of all planets, including the Earth.
Published Immersive VR: Empowering kids to survive in fire, flood, and war
(via sciencedaily.com) When you live in the driest State in the driest country in the world, bushfires are an unfortunate, and all-too-regular part of life. Learning how to survive such emergencies is important for all people, but especially for our youngest citizens.
Published An easier way to teach robots new skills
(via sciencedaily.com) Researchers have developed a technique that enables a robot to learn a new pick-and-place task with only a handful of human demonstrations. This could allow a human to reprogram a robot to grasp never-before-seen objects, presented in random poses, in about 15 minutes.
Published Cheaper hydrogen fuel cell could mean better green energy options
(via sciencedaily.com) Researchers have developed a hydrogen fuel cell that uses iron instead of rare and costly platinum, enabling greater use of the technology.
Published Two largest Mars-quakes to date recorded from planet's far side
(via sciencedaily.com) The seismometer placed on Mars by NASA's InSight lander has recorded its two largest seismic events to date: a magnitude 4.2 and a magnitude 4.1 Mars-quake. The pair are the first recorded events to occur on the planet's far side from the lander and are five times stronger than the previous largest event recorded.
Published A roadmap for deepening understanding of a puzzling universal process
(via sciencedaily.com) Scientists have detailed a roadmap for untangling a key aspect of magnetic recognition that could deepen insight into the workings of the cosmos.
Published The physics of a singing saw
(via sciencedaily.com) Researchers have used the singing saw to demonstrate how the geometry of a curved sheet, like curved metal, could be tuned to create high-quality, long-lasting oscillations for applications in sensing, nanoelectronics, photonics and more.
Published Volcanoes at fault if the Earth slips
(via sciencedaily.com) A new study has attributed the root cause of the 2016 Kumamoto earthquakes to specific geological damage. A relatively large dip-slip displacement was discovered at the site. The Futagawa strike-slip fault is a vertical break in the ground tracing a line southwest originating from Mount Aso.
Published Lesser known ozone layer's outsized role in planet warming
(via sciencedaily.com) New research has identified a lesser-known form of ozone playing a big role in heating the Southern Ocean -- one of Earth's main cooling systems.