Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) scientists have used a classic optical phenomenon known as the “Poisson spot” to create stable patterns of light called “optical skyrmions”. Optical skyrmions are tiny, swirling configurations in the properties…
Vanadium flow batteries (VFBs) hold great promise for large-scale energy storage, thanks to their high safety, long cycle life, and flexible scalability. However, their deployment in cold climates is hindered by the poor low-temperature stability of vanadium electrolytes. In…
Kathmandu-- Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen launched the National Geospatial Portal during the Bhutan GIS Expo in Thimphu on Monday. The National Geospatial Portal will serve as a gateway for users across Bhutan to discover, access, and…
MIT team independently assesses the technical feasibility of the proposed Mars One mission. [caption id="attachment_681" align="aligncenter" width="639"] The non-profit company Mars One plans to establish the first human settlement on Mars by 2025. Pictured is…
[caption id="attachment_675" align="aligncenter" width="625"] Philae’s primary landing site – mosaic[/caption] Paris -- ESA has given the green light for its Rosetta mission to deliver its lander, Philae, to the primary site on 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko on 12 November,…
MIT economist scrutinizes firm data suggesting diverse offices function more effectively. CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -- Gender diversity in the workplace helps firms be more productive, according to a new study co-authored by an MIT researcher — but…