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Amorphous solar cells with FIDO technology are more efficient, stable, and lightweight. Credit: Yutaka MatsuoA novel material called fullerene indanones (FIDO) has been created by a Japanese research team, offering improved durability and efficiency for next-generation solar cells, with potential applications extending to organic photodiodes and photodetectors.A group led by researchers at Nagoya University in Japan has created a material based on fullerene indanones (FIDO), which promises to improve the durability of…

Japanese researchers have innovated a “one-pot” method to produce palladium nanosheets, offering significant improvements in energy efficiency and catalytic activity. This breakthrough in nanotechnology could transform the use of palladium in various industries, marking a significant step towards more sustainable energy solutions. Credit: Minoru OsadaA team from the Institute for Future Materials and Systems at Nagoya University, Japan, has innovated a new “one-pot” technique for creating nanosheets using less rare…

Researchers propose a reevaluation of the cultural evolution of Homo sapiens during their dispersal across Eurasia, suggesting a gradual and complex process rather than a swift revolution. Their study challenges traditional views by focusing on the evolution of stone tool technology, indicating that significant innovations occurred after the initial dispersal of Homo sapiens, particularly with the development of bladelet technology. Credit: SciTechDaily.comContrary to previous beliefs, significant advancements in stone…

Researchers have utilized AI to uncover new insights into dislocations in polycrystalline materials, challenging existing scientific models and paving the way for enhanced material performance in electronics and solar cells. Credit: SciTechDaily.comScientists at Nagoya University in Japan have used artificial intelligence to discover a new method for understanding small defects called dislocations in polycrystalline materials, materials widely used in information equipment, solar cells, and electronic devices, that can…

Researchers at Nagoya University discovered that electric eels, capable of generating up to 860 volts, can induce genetic modifications in nearby organisms through a process similar to electroporation. Credit: SciTechDaily.com Electric eels can naturally alter the genetics of nearby organisms, a discovery by Nagoya University researchers that highlights the role of natural electricity in genetic changes. The electric eel is the biggest power-making creature on Earth. It can release up to 860 volts, which is enough to run…

Investigation of mechanical properties of rocks suggested that paleolithic humans changed their choice of raw material to suit their stone tool morphologies and production techniques. Credit: Eiki Suga (photos), Reiko Matsushita (illustration and design) A team from the Nagoya University Museum and Graduate School of Environmental Studies in Japan has shed light on the varying physical properties of rocks utilized by early humans in the Paleolithic era. Their research indicates that these ancient humans chose rocks based…

A Japanese auroral drawing showing an observation at Okazaki on 4 February 1872, as reproduced with courtesy of Shounji Temple (contrast enhanced). Credit: Shounji Temple In November this year, the northern lights were seen unusually far south, in locations like Italy and Texas. This was due to the effects of a solar coronal mass ejection on Earth’s magnetic field and atmosphere. However, this was minor compared to a massive solar storm in February 1872. The 1872 event caused global auroras, visible even near the equator…

Nagoya University researchers have trained an AI to predict the orientation of crystal grains in polycrystalline materials using optical images, significantly reducing analysis time from 14 hours to 1.5 hours. This advancement, detailed in APL Machine Learning, promises to revolutionize the use of these materials in industries like electronics and solar energy. Japanese researchers have developed an AI that quickly predicts crystal orientations in industrial materials, paving the way for more efficient use of…

A collaborative research effort spearheaded by Nagoya University has uncovered crucial details about the FliG molecule in bacteria’s flagellar motors, offering insights for creating efficient, controllable nanomachines, potentially revolutionizing medical technology and artificial life design.A research group has made new insights into how locomotion occurs in bacteria. The group identified the FliG molecule in the flagellar layer, the ‘motor’ of bacteria, and revealed its role in the organism. These findings suggest ways…

Japanese researchers at Nagoya University have uncovered new aspects of the interaction between mast seeding plants like sasa bamboo and field mice. Their study reveals that mice behavior, influenced by species, environment, and season, plays a crucial role in seed dispersal and forest ecosystem health, challenging existing theories about seed storage and consumption. Credit: Reiko MatsushitaResearchers from Nagoya University in Japan, including Hanami Suzuki and Professor Hisashi Kajimura, have revealed new insights into…