Researchers at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics have designed a rhodium catalyst whose microenvironment is tuned by both sulfur and phosphine ligands, based on an industrial single-site Rh₁/POPs catalyst. The new “single-site” catalyst hydroformylates propylene and higher olefins up to twice as fast as the current benchmark, while maintaining high selectivity and stability. The study explains how a carefully controlled amount of sulfur can switch from poisoning the catalyst to promoting its performance.

The PtRu(111)-alkali interface demonstrates superior hydrogen oxidation activity owing to reduced solvent reorganization energy, enabled by the synergistic matching of reaction coordinates, favorable water orientation, and an optimized hydrogen bond network.

A new study published in Engineering reveals that NSUN2, a key protein involved in RNA modification, significantly contributes to cardiac hypertrophy and heart failure by activating the LARP1–GATA4 axis. This research not only deepens our understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying heart failure but also identifies NSUN2 as a potential therapeutic target for preventing and treating cardiac diseases.

A new study published in Engineering reveals the global spread of tmexCD1-toprJ1-positive Klebsiella pneumoniae, highlighting its multidrug resistance and transmission across ecological niches. The research underscores the urgent need for antimicrobial stewardship and continuous monitoring to combat this emerging public health threat.

Huawei’s new “Agentic-AI Core” lets 6G networks write their own control procedures: natural-language intents become executable missions, composed on the fly from verified, third-party building blocks and orchestrated by AI agents with no human coding required.

Discover how new resilience models are revolutionizing post-earthquake tunnel recovery. A groundbreaking study in Engineering presents probabilistic approaches to quantify tunnel restoration, offering critical insights for infrastructure operators and city planners to optimize repair strategies and enhance urban resilience.

Discover how satellite communication systems are set to transform global connectivity in 5G and 6G networks. A new study explores the integration of satellites with terrestrial networks, addressing key challenges and future directions to achieve seamless, worldwide coverage. Learn about the advancements driving this convergence and the role of international standards in shaping the future of communication.