This is yet another research that aims to solve the problems of durability, fire hazards, and the need for rare elements — Lithium-ion batteries, despite their widespread use in various industries, are not without their challenges. One notable limitation is their durability, as they have a finite lifespan characterized by a gradual decrease in capacity over time. This limited lifespan poses difficulties for applications that require long-term and reliable energy storage solutions…

This novel study sheds light on the subset of microglia, the brain’s immune cells, and the role they play in cognition & memory — Brain immune cells, also known as microglia, have multifaceted functions in the central nervous system (CNS). Their primary role is immune surveillance, continuously monitoring the brain environment for signs of infection, injury, or abnormalities. When activated, microglia play a vital role in the inflammatory response, releasing chemical signals and pro-inflammatory…

A new study looks at the possibility of sub-surface oceans existing on four of Uranus’ major moons — Ariel, Umbriel, Titania, and Oberon — Up until a few years ago, the existence of water on other celestial bodies was considered a rarity — even more so in our own solar system. Many of the recent discoveries have upended this hypothesis as astronomers continue to find the presence of this life-essential component. As it turns…

Eerily similar to Spider-Man villain Doctor Octopus, these robotic limbs have been developed to enable social interaction between multiple wearers — The concept of cyborgs, short for cybernetic organisms, refers to the fusion of biological and artificial components to create an entity that combines both human and machine elements. The term “cyborg” was coined in 1960 by scientists Manfred Clynes and Nathan S. Kline, who defined it as “an enhanced human…

Record temperatures combined with hotter-than-ever oceans devastate marine life & increase the chances of extreme weather — According to the latest update from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), global temperatures are projected to reach unprecedented heights in the next five years. This surge is primarily attributed to the presence of heat-trapping greenhouse gases in the atmosphere and the occurrence of an El Niño event, which is a…

Saturn ‘Moon King’, Meta Fine, Soft e-skin, 1.5C threshold & Space Food — This newsletter has 5 cover stories, 28 articles, 6 videos & 1 quote ========================================== SMALL TALK ========================================== Saturn reclaims ‘moon king’ title with 62 newfound satellites A groundbreaking revelation has emerged from the realm of astronomy as 62 previously unseen moons encircle the majestic planet Saturn. This remarkable celestial assembly elevates Saturn’s moon count beyond the remarkable threshold of 100 — effectively reinstating the gas giant as the undisputed “ Moon King” of our…

Being employed by several threat actors, it could impact document management systems at 70,000 organizations — The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have jointly released a report outlining a critical vulnerability, CVE-2023–27350 — affecting the popular printing software tools PaperCut MF and PaperCut NG. …

JWST’s detection of water vapor on Comet Read could provide the key to the broader investigation into the origin of Earth’s abundant water — The one main difference between comets and asteroids is their composition. Comets are primarily composed of ice, dust, organic compounds, and rocky materials. When a comet approaches the Sun, the heat causes the ice to vaporize, creating a glowing coma (a cloud of gas and dust) and often a visible…

The state of Financial markets & Economies, Weekly Charts, Business Trends & Statistics — Stocks experienced a downturn on Friday as negotiations between the White House & congressional Republicans on the debt ceiling hit an impasse, leading to a suspension of talks without immediate plans for resumption. However, the market’s reaction was relatively modest, suggesting that investors still hold optimism regarding a potential resolution…