Electromagnetic metamaterials with negative physical parameters such as negative dielectric constant and negative magnetic permeability have attracted widespread attention in the academic community.

An international team of researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) has developed a new method for analyzing ...

An improvement in freshwater biodiversity in England's rivers was linked to reductions in pollution of zinc and copper, largely due to the decline of coal burning and heavy industry, say researchers.

Scientists have discovered how to turn common minerals into materials that spontaneously remove and store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. In the lab, the materials pull CO2 from the air thousands ...

With certain rare earth elements, metals and minerals now at a premium, the industry is febrile, and the competition is growing. Many of these materials are now proving to be essential for the ...

In the constant war between predator and prey, size and strength can be a decisive factor to help an animal survive the cruel whims of nature. AZ Animals is a growing team of animals experts, ...

Discover six of the world’s most venomous animals in this thrilling journey through nature’s most lethal creations. From deep oceans to dense jungles, we reveal the fascinating and deadly powers that ...

SYDNEY -- The mineral-rich sands beneath the farmland of Victoria are capturing attention from Australian miners and politicians keen to turn the country into a bigger producer of critical ...

Alkaline water has become very popular lately. Many people call it a miracle cure for different health problems, especially those related to acidity. Some believe it can improve hydration, balance ...

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A "super-Earth" planet found outside of our solar system could have conditions suitable for life, according to experts at the University of Oxford. Researchers said the planet has a mass six times ...