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- 1Bacteria use collisions to navigate crowded micro-mazes▼Bacteria use collisions to navigate crowded environments, micro-maze experiments reveal
New experiments using microscopic mazes show that bacteria navigate crowded environments by relying on collisions with other cells rather than sensing their surroundings directly. Researchers found that repeated bumping helps the microbes reorient and find paths through tight spaces, offering new insight into how bacterial swarms move. The findings could inform studies of biofilms and infection spread.
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A profile of scientist Manling Sui highlights her career path from observing individual atoms to designing next-generation materials. The piece traces how her work in microscopic imaging and physics informs the development of advanced materials, drawing attention within the scientific community.
- 3Multidimensional Microscopy Reveals Defects Draining Solar Cell Efficiency●Multidimensional Microscopy Identifies Microscopic Defects Impairing Solar Cell Efficiency
Researchers have used multidimensional microscopy to identify microscopic defects that reduce the efficiency of solar cells. The technique makes it possible to see previously hidden flaws in photovoltaic materials, which could guide improvements in solar panel manufacturing. The report, published by AZoM, highlights how advanced imaging tools are being applied to clean energy technology to boost performance and reduce losses.
- 4SETI scientists discuss lunar science and alien technology search on radio●🌙 What can the Moon tell us about its past — and perhaps even about technology beyond Earth? Dr. Tyler Powell and SETI I
Dr. Tyler Powell and SETI Institute researcher Dr. Sofia Sheikh appeared on Science Friday to discuss what the Moon reveals about its own history and the search for technology beyond Earth. Their conversation covered a newly discovered lunar impact crater and the hunt for microscopic technosignatures, linking planetary science with the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.
- 5Hong Kong's Central Bank Scrutinises HSBC's AI Plans●Hong Kong’s Central Bank Put HSBC’s AI Plans Under The Microscope
Hong Kong's central bank has put HSBC's artificial intelligence plans under close regulatory examination. The scrutiny focuses on how the banking giant intends to deploy AI within its operations, a sign that regulators in the financial hub are taking a more active interest in how lenders adopt new technologies. Details of the review and any potential requirements for HSBC remain limited.
- 6Microscopy Monday livestream explores fossils, insects and stingers●It's Microscopy Monday! Join us as we examine tiny worlds under the microscope with fossils, insects, and more, with a s
A science communication group is hosting a Microscopy Monday livestream, examining tiny worlds under the microscope, including fossils and insects, with a special deep dive on stingers. The event streams at 9pm EDT and is part of ongoing efforts to make science accessible through live, interactive science communication online.