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New material boosts green hydrogen production efficiency and reduces costs

Researchers at the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) have developed a revolutionary catalyst that dramatically boosts the efficiency and affordability of green hydrogen production, paving the way for a sustainable energy future.

Scientists find that expectations influence pain intensity

The study found that expectations of how painful something will be, actually changes how the pain feels.

UN report finds that global warming will rise by 2.7°

A UN report finds that richer countries will reduce emissions by 12% in 2030, but they need to make a cut of 45% by that time or global warming will rise to 2.7°.

Study says air pollution changes sperm count via brain inflammation

University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) researchers find that air pollution can decrease sperm count - via brain inflammation.

50% of UK drivers will switch to electric vehicles within 10 years

According to ONS data, over 50% of UK drivers are willing to switch to electric vehicles within the next decade - theoretically, well in time for the zero emissions by 2050 goal.

Scientists find molecular reason for creation of chronic pain

A new study finds the exact molecular mechanism that turns acute pain into chronic pain - a condition that leads to the use of opioids and often, lifelong addiction.

UK creates deal for 480,000 doses of Merck COVID pill

The Merck COVID pill, molnupiravir, cuts risk of death by 50% - now, the UK have secured 480,000 doses for late 2021.

Scientists find vaccinated teens 90% less likely to catch COVID

The real-world study finds that fully vaccinated teenagers are 90% less likely to catch COVID, according to an analysis of over 90,000 people.

Study finds EU population “tentative” about petrol car ban

A Cambridge study finds that Europeans are on board with climate change policies, but find it difficult to accept personal changes - such as a petrol car ban or eating less meat.

British Medical Association says UK “has taken its foot off the brake”

Dr Chaand Nagpaul, Chair of the British Medical Association (BMA), said the UK Government "has taken its foot off the brake" - as COVID hospitalisations and infections continue to rise.

Scientists find link between health policies and political favouritism

A new study reveals that WHO public health policies are poorly implemented in countries where corporations have influence via corruption and political favouritism.

REACT study: UK infection rates rising in children under 17

UK infection rates are rising in children under the age of 17, while the epidemic in general is "neither growing nor shrinking".

Scientists witness white dwarf “switching on and off” for first time

For the first time, scientists have been able to witness a white dwarf "switching on and off" via a NASA satellite.

Scientists able to reverse negative effects of pain in brain

A study, published in Nature Neuroscience, finds that pain can block how dopamine functions - meaning that the negative effects of pain can theoretically be reversed.

Study finds plant-based jet fuel could reduce emissions by 68%

According to a US-based study, a non-edible crop can create plant-based jet fuel that can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of flying.

Scientists discover how heart cells regulate circadian rhythms through daily changes

A new study, demonstrating how circadian rhythms in heart cells alter daily heart function, may explain why shift workers are vulnerable to heart complications.

Science says oxytocin is bad treatment for children with autism

"The study team were hugely disappointed," says Dr Linmarie Sikich, whose team found that oxytocin is actually an ineffective treatment for children with autism.

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