In their recent research, Stanford University engineers Michael Lepech and Zhijie Li discuss the possibility of using recycled reinforced fiberglass polymer composite, which is used in parts of cars, boats, and airplanes. According to the researchers, this durable plastic waste could have a second life in new infrastructure, including public highways and buildings.
This could radically change the situation in the architectural and technological sectors, especially considering that less than 10% …

Does overnight or any other prolonged charging damage a lithium-ion battery? And how can you take care of your phone to make it last as long as possible? The debate on this topic has been ongoing for years. It seems that experts have finally found answers to these questions.
Ritesh Chu, an associate professor at the School of Information and Communication Technology at CQUniversity Australia, explained that the lifespan of lithium-ion batteries depends on a number of factors. In particular, it i…

On a gloomy March Monday in 1827, the German composer passed away. Ludwig van Beethoven He was 56. For a long time, he had suffered from jaundice and was bedridden. His limbs and abdomen were swollen, and each breath was a heavy struggle.
While sorting through the personal belongings of the deceased, his friends discovered a document that Beethoven had written a quarter of a century before his death. It was a will in which he pleaded with his brothers to inform the public about the details of hi…

A romantic story unfolded around the revival of the palm tree of the extinct species Encephalartos woodii. This species was widespread on Earth long before the existence of dinosaurs. The last specimen of Encephalartos in the wild was discovered in 1895 in the Ngoye Forest in South Africa. Today, it is rare. trees They can be found in some botanical gardens. But all of them are males. This means that hopes for the species’ return to the wild flora of our planet are very slim.
Encephalartos woodi…

Chatbots Artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly accessible way to obtain answers and advice. Large language models are being consulted even though they are known for their racial and gender biases.
A new study has revealed compelling evidence that political bias can now be added to this list. Experts believe that it can have a detrimental effect on the political orientation of society.
What did the research show?
Computer scientist David Rosado, a professor at the Otago Polytechnic…

Chinese evolutionary biologist Huang Shi suggested that evolution The emergence of humans began in East Asia, where fossils have been found that date back to an earlier period than those in Africa.
At the core of his theory is the concept of maximum genetic diversity (MGD). According to this, complex species are more likely to have lower genetic diversity. And since East Asian populations have the least genetic diversity, they are most likely the true ancestors of modern humans.
Dr. Juan Shi als…