New Artificial Enzyme Shows Potential for New Renewable Energy Source
New artificial enzyme breaks down tough, woody lignin. Research shows promise for developing a new renewable energy source. A new artificial enzyme has demonstrated it…
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Revolutionary Technology Generates Incredible 4D Images of Earth’s Subsurface
The flow of electrical current signals changes in fractures deep beneath the earth Scorchingly hot granite deep underground can be tapped for energy by opening…
4,100 Feet Underground, Scientists Test a Unique Geothermal Energy System
Team collaborates on assembling and testing “rock star” system 4,100 feet underground A team of scientists has assembled a first-of-its-kind system to help them understand…
Exploring Underground Ecosystems: Scientists Identify New Soil Viruses
PNNL scientists discover new soil viruses The unsung hero of our lives is soil. It nourishes crops to give humans with food, drains rainfall into…
Patent-Pending Technology Converts “Waste” Carbon Into Valuable Chemicals and Useful Elements
Patent-pending process removes biofuel contaminants from wastewater using an additive-free process that generates hydrogen to fuel its own operation The holy grail of biofuel researchers…
Unexpected Semiconductor Properties Revealed by Innovative New Tool
Discovery reveals the role of oxygen impurities in semiconductor properties A team of researchers investigating the properties of a semiconductor combined with a new thin…
Complicating the Opioid Epidemic: Scientists Estimate Fentanyl Has Hundreds of Millions of Chemical Variants
Expanded library of known variants, new research efforts aid the fight against fentanyl. While Covid has dominated the news for the last two years, a…
New Generation Advanced Material Design: Tracking the Motion of Protein Nanorods
Better understanding of protein movement can facilitate advanced materials design Biological materials such as bones, teeth, and seashells are extremely durable. Their strength stems from…
Scientists “Magically” Mine Metals From Water
Alchemists sought to transform lead into gold centuries ago. While they were not successful, the notion of extracting precious resources from abundant sources remains alluring….
Coronavirus Particles Likely Travel Farther Than Thought – Infectious Up to 200 Feet
A study raises questions about how far droplets, like those that carry the virus that causes COVID-19, can travel before becoming harmless. A modeling study…
Quantum Future: Developing the Next Generation of Quantum Algorithms and Materials
Simulating a Quantum Future Quantum computers are anticipated to revolutionize the way researchers address complex computing problems. These computers are being developed to address major…
A Smart Electric Grid Could Save Consumers $50 Billion a Year
Reimagining the United States power grid could save consumers $50 billion a year An innovative plan that encourages cooperation in maintaining the stability and reliability…
Simple Software Could Significantly Boost Building Efficiency
Energy codes pilot study takes flight in New York The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is lending its expertise to help New York City make…
Filling the Climate Change Data Gap: Amazon Rainforest Gases Affect the Earth’s Atmosphere
Findings may fill gap for climate change, atmospheric research beyond tropical regions. According to a new study by scientists at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL),…
New Catalyst Could Clean Natural Gas Engine Emissions
Palladium oxide catalyst cleans up emissions and enhances water vapor tolerance. A newly developed catalyst with unique, atomic-sized “rafts” does a better job than current…
A Step Towards Seasonal Storage: “Freeze-Thaw Battery” Can Freeze Its Energy for Later Use
Molten-salt battery marks step toward seasonal storage of grid-scale energy Scientists have developed a battery designed for the electric grid that can store energy for…
New Energy Storage System Is More Efficient and Potentially Transformative
Simplifying complex energy storage interfaces to develop better devices Every technology that runs our world requires energy on demand. Energy must be stored and made…
Open-Source “Unique Building Identifier” Can Help Track and Reduce Energy Use and Emissions
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory researchers create geo-location program with energy-saving goals Computerized maps and their multiple features are a marvel. They’ll get you from point…
