1-May-2026 Abandoned oil and gas wells could help cut emissions, but policy support is needed, new study finds University of Manchester Researchers at The University of Manchester have found that repurposing abandoned oil and gas wells for geothermal electricity could substantially reduce environmental and health impacts compared with conventional energy sources. While the approach is not yet cost-competitive at scale, the study suggests targeted policy support and larger projects could help transform legacy fossil fuel infrastructure into a valuable source of low-carbon energy. Journal Applied Thermal Engineering
30-Apr-2026 Biochar and organic fertilizer reshape soil microbes to support sustainable dryland farming Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University A field study reveals that combining biochar with organic fertilizer can significantly improve soil structure, nutrient availability, and beneficial microbial communities in dryland farming systems, offering a promising pathway toward more sustainable agriculture. Journal Biochar
30-Apr-2026 Biochar boosts green roof performance by cutting runoff and improving plant growth, real-world study finds Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University Cities around the world are searching for practical ways to adapt to climate change, manage stormwater, and reduce urban heat. A new field study offers compelling evidence that a simple material could significantly improve one of the most promising urban solutions: green roofs. Journal Biochar
30-Apr-2026 Overcoming limitations in large-area FPCB packaging through continuous processing National Research Council of Science & Technology A research team led by Senior Researcher Dr. Jun Sae Han at the Nano Lithography and Manufacturing Research Center, Nano-Convergence Research Division, Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM, President Seog-Hyeon Ryu), has proposed a roll-to-roll (R2R)-based direct roll lamination process. This method enable continuous material pressing allowing for efficient and scalable manufacturing. Journal ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces Funder Ministry of Science and ICT
30-Apr-2026 New AI-powered robotic system performs heart ultrasounds without guidance Concordia University Researchers at Concordia University have developed an AI-driven robotic system that can autonomously perform cardiac ultrasound scans without human guidance. Trained using realistic simulated images and reinforcement learning, the robot learns to position and adjust the probe to capture diagnostic views. Tests show it can match or outperform human operators, potentially expanding access to reliable heart imaging in underserved settings.
30-Apr-2026 Who invited whom? A new method protects privacy in online platforms Koç University A new method developed by researchers at Koç University enables users to join online platforms through invitations without revealing who invited whom, protecting sensitive social connections from potential privacy risks. Journal Journal of Network and Computer Applications
30-Apr-2026 From one dimension to two: A crossed stretchable zipper enables smart wearable systems HEP Data Cooperation Journals Researchers have developed a crossed stretchable zipper that enables both stretchability and cross-configuration, addresses the long-standing stretchability mismatch between zippers and stretchable fabrics in smart wearable systems, and lowers the barrier to personalized deployment of wearable systems. Journal Soft Science
29-Apr-2026 Advancements in modification strategies for Co2Z ferrite: Towards high-frequency and high-performance materials Higher Education Press High-performance magnetic materials are critical for the advancements of wireless communication technologies, particularly in the realization of device miniaturization, efficient impedance matching, and low losses performance. Co2Z ferrite (Ba3Co2Fe24O41) is a promising material for radio frequency communication and microwave devices due to its favorable high-frequency magnetic properties and low-loss characteristics. Nevertheless, its performance still requires further optimization to meet the increasing demands of high-frequency applications. Journal Frontiers of Materials Science
