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Scientists say they have solved a space weather mystery dating back to the 1840s, according to a new report. The finding explains an unexplained event from that era, shedding light on early observations of solar activity and its effects on Earth.
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The SMILE satellite has ended an 18-year gap in observations of the northern lights, and researchers say new views of Earth's x-ray magnetic shield are just weeks away. The mission is expected to provide fresh insight into how the solar wind interacts with Earth's magnetic field, producing auroras. Space science outlets are highlighting the milestone and the images anticipated in the coming weeks.
- 3Carbon quantum dots boost photocatalysts for hydrogen production▼Carbon quantum dots boost polyoxometalate photocatalysts for efficient hydrogen evolution
Researchers report that combining carbon quantum dots with polyoxometalate photocatalysts significantly improves the efficiency of hydrogen evolution, a key step toward clean hydrogen fuel from light-driven water splitting. The work suggests a low-cost way to overcome the limited light absorption and charge separation of conventional polyoxometalate materials. It is drawing attention from energy and materials science communities focused on solar fuels.
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Florida Power & Light's solar farm operations are being reported on in local coverage via the Citrus County Chronicle. The utility, the largest in the United States, has been expanding solar capacity across Florida as part of its shift toward renewable energy generation. Details beyond the report of the facility remain limited, and no specific development or controversy is confirmed.