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Phys.org / How the value of star employees changes over a career
Overall, star employees tend to create value in different ways as their careers progress. Early on, they create outsized value through their individual performance. Experienced stars, meanwhile, contribute by helping colleagues ...
Phys.org / New catalyst with 75% less platinum promises to reduce the cost of hydrogen fuel cells
The high cost of platinum is one of the main barriers to the wider adoption of hydrogen fuel cells. Now, researchers at IMDEA Materials Institute have developed a catalyst that delivers the same performance while using 75% ...
Medical Xpress / A new ADHD drug targets three brain chemicals instead of two. Here's what that means
A new medicine for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has just entered the treatment toolbox: centanafadine, a once-daily tablet sold under the brand name Simtriyo.
Medical Xpress / Could the risk of schizophrenia be identified years before the first symptoms appear?
A study examined the brains of children at increased risk of developing schizophrenia to determine whether signs of vulnerability can be detected during childhood. The findings suggest that subtle brain differences may emerge ...
Phys.org / Traditional plastic forks shed harmful microplastics. Plastic created from sugar is an alternative
At a Massachusetts lab, pebble-sized pellets are transformed into forks and films that won't leave persistent microplastics in the environment.
Medical Xpress / Simple blood test on a chip could help diagnose lung cancer
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed a new method for diagnosing lung cancer: a simple, fast, low-cost blood test that does not require DNA sequencing. The method identifies a chemical fingerprint of cancer cells ...
Medical Xpress / There's a new flu vaccine on the market. Will it move the needle on reducing disease?
Flu season in the Northern Hemisphere is rapidly approaching, and people looking to get their annual shot may now have an additional option.
Phys.org / How dogs evolved differently across the globe to match human traits
We call them "man's best friend," and the evidence supports it. Dogs have been found buried alongside humans in graves dating back 14,000 years. They appear in ancient art from every continent, and they feature in the mythology, ...
Tech Xplore / Neutral salt layer could address one of perovskite solar cells' biggest drawbacks
One of the most promising technologies is perovskite solar cells. They are highly efficient at converting sunlight into electricity, can be manufactured as thin and flexible devices, and require less energy and lower production ...
Phys.org / This South African river has a bacteria count off the charts: A natural filter is cleaning it for watering food gardens
Every day, millions of liters of polluted water flow through many South African rivers and disappear into the sea.
Phys.org / How to test your lawn for grubs and what to do if you find them
What does it mean when brown patches show up in a perfectly healthy lawn? The truth is, it could be anything from drought to dog urine, fungal diseases, pests or too much fertilizer. But many homeowners automatically blame ...
Medical Xpress / Study ties estrogen-based menopausal hormone therapy to lower Alzheimer's risk
Women on regimens of estrogen-only menopausal hormone therapy are at reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease, a study by Stanford Medicine investigators has found. Because estrogen-only therapy is generally prescribed for women ...
