Technology - general
Neutron analysis yields insight into bacteria for solar energy
29 Mar 2011
Structural studies of some of nature's most efficient light-harvesting systems are lighting the way for new generations of biologically inspired solar cell devices.
Radical surgery removes half of pelvis, saves leg
By By Jackie Carr | 25 Mar 2011
Simulating future accelerators at close to the speed of light
23 Mar 2011
Realising the promise of laser-plasma accelerators crucially depends on being able to simulate their operation in three-dimensional detail, which until now have exceeded even the capabilities of supercomputers
The drive toward hydrogen vehicles just got shorter
22 Mar 2011
Researchers have revealed a new single-stage method for recharging the hydrogen storage compound ammonia borane, which makes hydrogen a more attractive fuel for transportation
New method for self-assembling molecules
17 Mar 2011
Ancient "hyperthermals" a guide to anticipated climate changes
By By Mario Aguilera | 17 Mar 2011
New research provides a historical perspective on what Earth will experience as it continues to warm from widespread use of fossil fuels that have increased Co2 concentrations in the atmosphere nearly 50 per cent since the beginning of the industrial revolution.