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Chemists have uncovered a mechanism for peptide-forming reactions to occur in water — something that has puzzled scientists for decades. Go to Source Author:

A professor is reporting on a new type of solar energy harvesting system that breaks the efficiency record of all existing technologies. And no less important, it clears the way… Read More »Solar harvesting system has potential to generate solar power 24/7

In thin, two-dimensional semiconductors, electrons move, spin and synchronize in unusual ways. For researchers, understanding the way these electrons carry out their intricate dances—and learning to manipulate their choreography—not only… Read More »Researchers use light to control magnetic fields at nanoscale

The proton is a composite particle made up of fundamental building blocks of quarks and gluons. These components and their interactions determine the proton’s structure, including its electrical charges and… Read More »How stiff is the proton?

Salinity (noun, “Suh-LIN-ih-tee”) Salinity is a measure of saltiness. The more salt in a body of water, the higher its salinity. Fresh water is less than 0.1 percent salt. Ocean… Read More »Scientists Say: Salinity