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Kyushu University research group develops new method for creating highly efficient gold nanoparticle catalysts for fuel cells

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Credit: International Institute for Carbon-Neutral Energy Research (I²CNER), Kyushu University. By wrapping the support in the polybenzimidazole polymer we successfully developed with platinum, we created a much better support environment for the gold nanoparticles. Click to enlarge.

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UMD-led study: road salts and other human sources are threatening world’s freshwater supplies

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But a new study led by Sujay Kaushal of the University of Maryland warns that introducing salt into the environment—whether it's for de-icing roads, fertilizing farmland or other purposes—releases toxic chemical cocktails that create a serious and growing global threat to our freshwater supply and human health.

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Stellantis Ventures Invests in LiDAR Tech for ADAS – ET Auto

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Employing silicon photonics technology, which combines a universal semiconductor material with the speed of photos, the SteerLight LiDAR senses the surrounding environment in three dimensions with higher resolution and precision, and at a lower volume production cost, than currently available LiDAR systems.

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Why Choosing a White Car Could Save Your Life

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Further supporting these findings, the University of Auckland analyzed over 36,000 two-car collisions spanning from 1998 to 2012. Light colors like white and yellow stand out more, especially in low-light conditions or adverse weather, whereas darker shades tend to blend with the road environment, reducing visibility.

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5 Ways to Strengthen the AI Acquisition Process

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In our last article, A How-To Guide on Acquiring AI Systems , we explained why the IEEE P3119 Standard for the Procurement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automated Decision Systems (ADS) is needed. They are isolated environments where new concepts and simulations can be tested. Sandboxes are sometimes used in software development.

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Samsung SDI opens battery R&D center in Shanghai

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The R&D center will focus on building partnerships with Chinese universities and research institutes to secure core battery technologies, according to a report by Korea JoongAng Daily on April 2. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost. LG Energy Solution and SK On are the two largest battery manufacturers in Korea, with 13.3

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The Ins and Outs of Scrap Car Recycling

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The Ins and Outs of Scrap Car Recycling Maximizing Value at the End of a Car’s Life This article may contain affiliate links. The practice serves as a guardian of the environment, combating the harmful effects of both abandoned vehicles and the production of new ones. Non-compliance is a path best avoided.

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