S. Korean researchers turn CO2 into industrial gas
Oct 31, 2021 23:35 pm UTC| Science Nature Economy
A South Korean research team has developed a catalyst and processing technology that converts carbon dioxide (CO2) into carbon monoxide (CO), an industrial gas. Carbon monoxide is used in metal fabrication, electronics,...
We mapped every large solar plant on the planet using satellites and machine learning
Oct 31, 2021 23:31 pm UTC| Science
An astonishing 82% decrease in the cost of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy since 2010 has given the world a fighting chance to build a zero-emissions energy system which might be less costly than the fossil-fuelled system...
S. Korean research institute sells tech for producing biodegradable plastic using cow manure
Oct 28, 2021 23:49 pm UTC| Science Nature Economy
The Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) has transferred its technology for producing biodegradable plastic using radiated cow manure to a local eco-friendly plastic maker for 30 million won and a royalty of 2.5...
Climate change could ruin coffee taste: study
Oct 27, 2021 23:54 pm UTC| Science Economy Business
A new scientific review by researchers from Tufts University and Montana State University found that global warming might ruin the taste and reduce the availability of coffee in the future. The team looked for patterns...
S. Korean researchers develop Mediterranean diet that helps prevent cardiovascular disease
Oct 24, 2021 23:47 pm UTC| Science Life Economy
South Korean researchers have developed a Korean-style Mediterranean diet that helps prevent cardiovascular disease by reducing the proportion of carbohydrates while increasing the ratio of fat and protein. The diet...
LG Chem develops substance for creating cheaper, lighter plastic solar panel frames
Oct 20, 2021 23:52 pm UTC| Science Nature Economy
LG Chem combined polycarbonate and acrylonitrile styrene acrylate (ASA) to develop LUPOY EU5201 to be used in plastic frames for solar panels. Consequently, LG has become the first in South Korea to develop plastic...
Owls used in helping California vineyards get rid of rodents
Oct 19, 2021 12:11 pm UTC| Science Economy
A Humboldt State University team is attempting to prove that owls can be an effective eco-friendly option at protecting grapes from rodent attacks. Graduate students at the universitys Department of Wildlife under...
South Africa’s plan to move away from coal: 8 steps to make it succeed
Germany lowers voting age to 16 for the European elections
IceCube researchers detect a rare type of energetic neutrino sent from powerful astronomical objects