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Sat, November 30, 2024

by: Tim Hastings

Fine particulate air pollution may play a role in adverse birth outcomes

Fri, November 29, 2024

by: Tim Hastings

China's floating PV system offers high stability, can withstand waves up to 13-ft

Developed by researchers at a Chinese university, the floating PV system for offshore waters can withstand waves up to 13-ft.

by: Tim Hastings

University Of Ghana Ranked First In Ghana And West Africa And Fifth In Sub-Saharan Africa

The University of Ghana (UG) has been ranked number one in Ghana and West Africa and fifth in Sub-Saharan Africa by the 2024 Times Higher Education.

by: Tim Hastings

Meet 'Blackbird': A flying taxi that spins and moves in any direction thanks to new propulsion system

CycloTech's all-electric flying vehicle is capable of controlled descents even in stormy weather with motors similar to those used for tug boats.

by: Tim Hastings

Professor of Rock Engineering

by: Tim Hastings

Young International Scientists Say Tech Cooperation Creates Strong Bond

by: Tim Hastings

DOST 2024 NSTW highlights opportunities in green economy in CDO

LOCALS of Cagayan de Oro City and its nearby municipalities and provinces are in for an exciting week as the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) brings its latest innovations at the 2024 National Science,

by: Tim Hastings

American University in Dubai launches Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence

by: Tim Hastings

Defence and Sustainability: Pioneering a Green IT Revolution

Guest blog by Andrew Grigg, Head of Sustainability Consulting and Dr Kevin Macnish, Head of Ethics and Sustainability Consulting at Sopra Steria #DefTechWeek

by: Tim Hastings

Skip Canada! 10 Places To Study Abroad

Indian students are looking at destinations that offer quality education coupled with unique cultural and career experiences, often at more affordable costs, says Gaurav Batra, CEO, Infinite Group.

by: Tim Hastings

Pollution in Delhi-NCR among topics to be examined by parliamentary panel

Amid continuing concerns over air quality in the national capital, pollution in the country with special thrust on Delhi-NCR is one of the topics shortlisted by the department related to Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science and Technology,

by: Tim Hastings

Lunar research station a cradle for international space talents

HANGZHOU -- The International Lunar Research Station, initiated by China and involving multiple countries, is not only a hub for engineers and a laboratory for scientists, but also a cradle for international deep space talents, said a representative of a regional center for space science and technology education affiliated to the UN.

by: Tim Hastings

Roku rivals the Amazon Fire TV Stick with a cheaper way to stream television

If you want a discounted streaming stick or smart TV you might be wise to look further than a Fire TV Stick this Black Friday

by: Tim Hastings

327 students graduate from University of Fiji

A total of 327 students celebrated the rewards of their hard work as they graduated this morning from The University of Fiji's Saweni Campus in Lautok

by: Tim Hastings

China makes breakthrough in xenotransplantation with gene-edited pig kidney surviving 184 days in macaque

by: Tim Hastings

UFO sighting over Capitol Hill? Viral UFO lights snap sparks debate after Congress hearings on potential alien spacecraft

A photo taken by Dennis Diggins of alleged UFO lights over Capitol Hill has sparked online debates. Experts attribute the lights to lens flares, not e

by: Tim Hastings

Promise and Contradictions Emerge From Celebration of Cuba's Latin American School of Medicine

The Latin American School of Medicine (ELAM for its Spanish language initials) is a masterpiece of Cuba's remarkable healthcare system. A conference of

by: Tim Hastings

Smart Centers Index Ranks Astana Second in Eastern Europe & Central Asia

ASTANA - Astana is ranked second in Eastern Europe and Central Asia in the 10th edition of the Smart Centers Index (SCI 10), published by independent experts Z/Yen.

Thu, November 28, 2024

by: Tim Hastings

China pulls ahead in hi-tech race with graphite purity 'close to theoretical limit'

by: Tim Hastings

Scottish forestry sector offers incredible careers at the cutting edge

by: Tim Hastings

Budget Apple Watch sees stellar new price drop on Currys - but be quick

by: Tim Hastings

Sustainability profession scrambles to fill 'extreme gap' in digital skills to harness power of AI

by: Tim Hastings

SRMJEEE PG 2025 Exam Dates Out At srmist.edu.in: Check Exam Pattern, Syllabus

by: Tim Hastings

Apple confirms rare Black Friday iPhone, Apple Watch and MacBook deals - don't miss out

by: Tim Hastings

Advanced Technology Research Council entities and ADAFSA partner

by: Tim Hastings

United Arab Emirates vs Bahrain Live Score: Match 21 of ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia Sub Regional Qualifier B, 2024 to start at 03:45 PM

by: Tim Hastings

Godavari river intensifies dead zone in Bay of Bengal: Study

by: Tim Hastings

Killer cat: Pet owner dies after being clawed to death by his cat

by: Tim Hastings

How Vollebak built the first lab-grown sweater

by: Tim Hastings

NASA using AI tools to help monitor and prevent disasters; here's how it works

by: Tim Hastings

UAE Vs BAH Live Streaming, ICC T20 WC Asia Sub-Regional Qualifier B: When, Where To Watch

by: Tim Hastings

South Africa and Ethiopia are set to exchange knowledge on science and technology

by: Tim Hastings

Bloomsburg University alumnus donates $3.5M through future gift to scholarships and student opportunities

by: Tim Hastings

Worried about the harmful microplastics in your water? You just need to boil and strain it before consumption

by: Tim Hastings

Taiwan's science minister says the U.S. is the world leader in chip fabrication

by: Tim Hastings

After a laptop with stellar battery life on Black Friday? This is the one key feature you should look out for

Wed, November 27, 2024

by: Tim Hastings

For those with CTE, family history of mental illness tied to aggression in middle age

by: Tim Hastings

Children are true environmental warriors, says GVMC Commissioner at Science Congress

by: Tim Hastings

Ohio's 'Protect All Students Act': Restricting Bathroom Access for Transgender Students

by: Tim Hastings

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang explains why he 'tortures' AI

by: Tim Hastings

'Surrogate mother' ends life in Raidurg

by: Tim Hastings

King named semifinalist for Campbell award

by: Tim Hastings

QQQ: Nvidia's Huang Warns About AI -- This Could Burst The Bubble

by: Tim Hastings

Robot balloons are snapping centimetre-resolution photos of the US

by: Tim Hastings

Illinois court orders a pretrial release hearing for a deputy charged in Sonya Massey's killing

by: Tim Hastings

Cellular traffic congestion in chronic diseases suggests new therapeutic targets

by: Tim Hastings

Trump's CDC pick, Dr. Dave Weldon, a Long Island native, stirs concern

Lightning in a seed bottle

A conveyor belt of seeds passes idly beneath a metal cylinder, when suddenly - ZAP - tiny purple bolts of lightning rain down on the unsuspecting seeds. It certainly looks exciting, but why are we zapping seeds with lightning?

The article "Lightning in a seed bottle" from Kew Gardens discusses the fascinating phenomenon of seed dormancy and germination, particularly focusing on the work of Dr. Wolfgang Stuppy, a seed morphologist. It explores how seeds, which can remain dormant for decades or even centuries, are triggered to germinate by various environmental cues like light, temperature, and moisture. Dr. Stuppy's research delves into the intricate mechanisms seeds use to survive harsh conditions, such as fire or extreme cold, before sprouting. The article highlights the importance of understanding these processes for conservation efforts, especially in the context of climate change, where traditional germination cues might be disrupted. It also touches on the Seed Conservation Department at Kew, which works on preserving plant species by storing seeds, ensuring their viability for future generations, and studying how different species respond to germination signals.

Read the Full Royal Botanic Gardens%2c Kew Article at https://www.kew.org/read-and-watch/lightning-in-a-seed-bottle