Magnetism in small amounts of hydrogen: Research team develops new ideas to improve properties of ultra-thin materials

Magnetism in small amounts of hydrogen: Research team develops new ideas to improve properties of ultra-thin materials

Graphical summary. Credit: nanoletters (2024). DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.3c04777 Magnetic two-dimensional materials consisting of one or a few atomic layers were only recently known and promise interesting applications such as future electronics. …

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How Bengaluru’s lakes disappeared

Ullal Lake in the south-western part of Bengaluru. (Express Photo by Jithendra M)

In the summer of 2024, Bengaluru once again faced a severe water crisis, accompanied by sweltering heat. Some estimates even say the city will run out of water by 2025. …

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Greenwashing tactics give flying celebrities license to pollute

Greenwashing tactics give flying celebrities license to pollute

One of the planes in Vegas that day was a Dassault Falcon 7X carrying 19 passengers, carrying arguably the most famous woman on earth as she traveled from a concert …

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Despite human expansion, the world’s oases remain threatened by desertification

Despite human expansion, the world's oases remain threatened by desertification

Credit: Earth’s future (2024). DOI: 10.1029/2023EF004086 Oasis are important habitats and water sources in dryland areas, sustaining 10% of the world’s population despite occupying approximately 1.5% of the land area. …

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