Physics World

JUNE 16, 2025

A sensitive new portable device can detect gas molecules associated with certain diseases by condensing dilute airborne biomarkers into concentrated liquid droplets. According to its developers at the University of Chicago in the US, the device could be used to detect airborne viruses or bacteria in hospitals and other public places, improve neonatal care, and even allow diabetic patients to read glucose levels in their breath, to list just three examples.

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Yale E360

JUNE 16, 2025

In the long-contentious Klamath River watershed, an experiment that turned a barley field into a wetland not only improved water quality. It also offered a path forward for restoring populations of two endangered fish species that are of cultural importance to Native tribes.

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Inside Climate News

JUNE 16, 2025

A newly identified species is already in danger of extinction. A proposed massive data center in Alabama would “nuke” its habitat, scientists say. By Lee Hedgepeth, Lanier Isom BESSEMER, Ala.—A newly identified species of fish in central Alabama is already endangered due to human development, experts say. Now, plans to build a massive hyperscale data center could turn an already dire situation into an extinction event.

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Nature

JUNE 15, 2025

Nature, Published online: 16 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01909-z Models suggest that human-caused global warming would have been detectable in the 19th century with today's know-how.

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Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Scientific American

JUNE 16, 2025

Skip to main content Scientific American June 16, 2025 4 min read Your Brain Is Glowing, and Scientists Cant Figure Out Why Researchers have measured the brain’s faint glow for the first time, hinting at a potential role of “biophotons” in cognition By Conor Feehly edited by Allison Parshall Christoph Burgstedt/Science Photo Library/Getty Images Life, for the most part, is bathed in light.

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Yale E360

JUNE 16, 2025

When the magnetic field around the Earth grows stronger, oxygen levels rise. That is the surprising finding of a new study looking at more than half a billion years of planetary history.

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Nature

JUNE 15, 2025

Nature, Published online: 16 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01880-9 From today, all new submissions to Nature that are published will be accompanied by referees’ reports and author responses — to illuminate the process of producing rigorous science.

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Nanotech

JUNE 16, 2025

The Washington Department of Ecology (WDOE) issued a proposed rule on June 4, 2025, that would regulate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in certain consumer products. Beginning January 1, 2027, the proposed rule would prohibit the intentional use of PFAS in: The proposed rule states that WDOE would presume the detection of total fluorine indicates the intentional addition of PFAS.

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Scientific American

JUNE 16, 2025

Using a notion called integer partitions, mathematicians have discovered a new way to detect prime numbers while also connecting two areas of math in an unexpected way

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Law Columbia

JUNE 16, 2025

As of June 2025, Brazil had the third largest number of climate litigation cases of any country in the world. To date, a total of 135 climate cases have been brought in Brazil—surpassing other major jurisdictions and trailing only the United States and Australia. Remarkably, the vast majority of these cases have been filed since 2020, as shown in the chart below, reflecting the accelerating pace and momentum of climate litigation at the national level.

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Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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Nature

JUNE 15, 2025

Nature, Published online: 16 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01914-2 The decision means that the US biomedical agency has to restore funding to hundreds of research projects, but the government will likely appeal.

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New Scientist

JUNE 16, 2025

A gaggle of companies are searching the US Midwest for underground hydrogen fuel produced by a billion-year-old split in the continent – New Scientist visited one of the first to start drilling

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Inside Climate News

JUNE 14, 2025

Record heat and volatile storm patterns have pushed the Chesapeake Bay’s health score down, sparking debate over recovery efforts and the need for granular monitoring. By Aman Azhar The Chesapeake Bay’s health has taken a downturn, according to a new report card , with the estuary relegated from a “C+” to a “C” as climate extremes and runaway pollution limit restoration efforts.

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Environmental News Bits

JUNE 16, 2025

Read the full story at Trellis. The new device uses a next-gen propellant with 99.9 percent lower global warming potential than current versions. Inhalers account for 3 percent of U.K. healthcare emissions and.04 percent of global greenhouse gases, making them a key target in healthcare decarbonization efforts.

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Speaker: Antoine M. Thompson, Executive Director of the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition

Diversity, Equity, Justice, and Inclusion (DEJI) policies, programs, and initiatives are critically important as we move forward with public and private sector climate and sustainability goals and plans. Underserved and socially, economically, and racially disadvantaged communities bear the burden of pollution, higher energy costs, limited resources, and limited investments in the clean energy and transportation sectors.

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Nature

JUNE 15, 2025

Nature, Published online: 16 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01890-7 This interviewee rehabilitates illegally traded pangolins that fetch a high price on the black market.

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New Scientist

JUNE 16, 2025

There are new hints that the fabric of space-time may be made of "memory cells" that record the whole history of the universe.

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Nanotech

JUNE 16, 2025

Register Now For “TSCA Reform – Nine Years Later” Virtual Conference, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (EDT), June 25, 2025: Complimentary registration is now open for this dynamic virtual conference providing updates and insights regarding the current state of Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) implementation, ongoing and emerging issues, and related developments.

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Environmental News Bits

JUNE 16, 2025

Fernando, T. A., Fernando, D. N., Gunatilake, S. R., Navarathna, C., & Zhang, X. (2025). Biochar-based contaminant removal: A tutorial on analytical quality assurance and best practices in batch sorption. Journal of Chromatography Open, 7, 100219.

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Speaker: Laurie Schoeman Director, Climate & Sustainability, Capital

As households and communities across the nation face challenges such as hurricanes, wildfires, drought, extreme heat and cold, and thawing permafrost and flooding, we are increasingly searching for ways to mitigate and prevent climate impacts. During this event, national climate and housing expert Laurie Schoeman will discuss topics including: The two paths for climate action: decarbonization and adaptation.

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Nature

JUNE 15, 2025

Nature, Published online: 16 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01889-0 Time-resolved cryo-electron microscopy can resolve protein motion on millisecond or even microsecond timescales, but the need for highly specialized tools and skills limits the method’s reach.

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The Applied Ecologist

JUNE 16, 2025

In the ‘Restoring Landscapes’ blog series, we are promoting knowledge exchange from restoration projects around the world. Wild plants and fungi have long provided food, medicine, and income for communities around the world, and underpinned multiple food, cosmetic and health supply chains. But could they also help restore degraded landscapes?

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Scientific American

JUNE 16, 2025

Major changes hit a key CDC vaccine advisory panel, ocean acidification crosses a critical threshold, and new research reveals an unexpected threat to pangolins.

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Environmental News Bits

JUNE 16, 2025

Anandapadmanaban, B. H., Chan, Y. S., Lin, C.-W., & Liu, S.-H. (2025). Optimizing the generated waste proportion to improve the characteristics of biochar for CO2 sequestration and other applications. Environment, Development and Sustainability. [link] Abstract Biochar is a carbon-rich material with many active functional groups that can absorb harmful compounds.

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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Nature

JUNE 15, 2025

Nature, Published online: 16 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01898-z Human cells injected into amniotic fluid find their way into fetal mouse organs.

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Nanotech

JUNE 16, 2025

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) is pleased to present “Loper Bright: Has the Demise of Chevron Deference Mattered?,” a complimentary webinar reviewing changes to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) determinations in light of Loper Bright. The U.S. Supreme Court’s June 2024 decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo offered a new response to a long-standing question under administrative law: if an agency and a reviewing court’s interpretations of a federal statute differ, whose int

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Scientific American

JUNE 16, 2025

The first images of the cosmos taken by the world’s largest digital camera onboard the Vera Rubin Observatory are about to be released to the public.

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Environmental News Bits

JUNE 16, 2025

Read the full story at The Hill. The use of telemedicine reduced carbon dioxide emissions by the equivalent of up to 130,000 gas-fueled cars per month in 2023, a new study has determined.

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Nature

JUNE 16, 2025

Nature, Published online: 17 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01888-1 After decades of pioneering institutional change in Chinese research, neuroscientist Rao Yi explains why US hesitation might offer China an opportunity to catch up internationally.

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New Scientist

JUNE 16, 2025

Using machine learning to analyse data from the Event Horizon Telescope, researchers found the black hole at the centre of our galaxy is spinning almost as fast as possible

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Scientific American

JUNE 16, 2025

Skip to main content Scientific American June 16, 2025 4 min read Truly Intelligent AI Could Play by the Rules, No Matter How Strange To build safe but powerful AI models, start by testing their ability to play games on the fly By Vinay K. Chaudhri edited by Dan Vergano A proposed game-playing challenge would evaluate AIs on how well they can adapt to and follow new rules.

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Environmental News Bits

JUNE 16, 2025

Read the full story at Inside Climate News. Toxic site cleanups take longer in parts of San Francisco where fewer residents are white, a new data analysis from the San Francisco Public Press shows.

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Nature

JUNE 15, 2025

Nature, Published online: 16 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01882-7 A competition to develop computational approaches to detect ‘novelty’ in published papers will help metascientists to study how out-of-the-box research changes the scientific landscape.

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