The integration of two-dimensional (2D) semiconducting materials into electronic components has been a challenging task due to the difficulty of optimally interfacing these materials with gate dielectrics. The presence of interfacial traps often leads to rapid performance degradation in transistors, hindering their potential advantages over bulk semiconductors. Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and
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As contractors work tirelessly to install heat pumps in homes across the United States, the significance of this technology cannot be overstated. While electric cars and solar panels often steal the spotlight when it comes to eco-friendly options, heat pumps quietly revolutionize the way we heat and cool our homes. These systems are designed to
Europe’s aviation safety agency recently announced that it will be requiring inspections of a part of the fleet of Airbus A350 wide-body jets following an engine fire incident on a Cathay Pacific flight. The engine fire was attributed to a high pressure fuel hose failing, prompting the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to take
Emotion recognition has always been a crucial aspect of interpreting and understanding human behavior. However, traditional methods using static images have limitations in capturing the dynamic nature of emotions. The groundbreaking research by Lanbo Xu introduces a new method that utilizes a convolutional neural network (CNN) to analyze video sequences of facial expressions, providing a
The repercussions of the Volkswagen “dieselgate” scandal are far-reaching, with the former CEO, Martin Winterkorn, now facing trial for his involvement in the debacle. This trial comes after nine years since the scandal first came to light and shook the automotive industry to its core. Winterkorn is set to be tried on charges of fraud
Fuel cells have emerged as groundbreaking energy-conversion solutions with the ability to generate electricity through electrochemical reactions, without the harmful emissions associated with combustion. These cells hold immense potential in powering a wide range of technologies, from electric vehicles to portable chargers and industrial machines. However, the widespread adoption of fuel cells has been hindered
In a world where the gig economy is on the rise and technology has revolutionized the way we live, it is no surprise that the traditional public transit system is being questioned. A group of researchers at Concordia University has proposed a new approach called On-Demand Transit (ODT) that could potentially transform the way suburban
In the world of computer science, the concept of bipartite matching is a crucial algorithmic problem that has a wide range of applications. From rideshare services to medical residency programs, the ability to pair entities in an optimal way is essential for maximizing efficiency and satisfaction. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Associate Professor Saket Navlakha has
The bustling city of Nairobi, known for its vibrant tech industry, has recently seen the introduction of robot service in one of its eateries – the Robot Cafe. The cafe, believed to be the first of its kind in Nairobi and East Africa, features three robots alongside human waiters to serve food and entertain customers.
The recent blocking of social media platform X in Brazil has stirred up a heated debate among users and politicians regarding the legitimacy of the ban. This action has left many Brazilians feeling lost and confused as they struggle to navigate other social media platforms in the absence of X. The shutdown of Elon Musk’s