Researchers report the reconciled mass balance of Antarctic Ice Sheet (AIS) and its regions from 1996 to 2021 based on 16 independent solutions provided by scientists from 8 Chinese research institutions. This is the first publication of such collaborative research efforts, which is not included in previous publications of the Ice sheet Mass Balance Inter-comparison Exercise (IMBIE) team. The results show that AIS has lost a total ice mass of 3213±253 Gt during this period, an equivalent of 8.9±0.7 mm of Global Sea Level Rise.

It is necessary to explore soil evaporation characteristics in young apple orchards served by a combination of drip irrigation and mulching practice in water-limited regions.

This research investigates the molecular mechanisms by which SMAD2/3-SMYD2 and developmental transcription factors cooperate with cell-cycle inhibitors (CDKIs) to guide tissue formation in human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs). The study uncovers a dynamical coordination between lineage specification and cell-cycle progression, providing insights into developmental processes.

In a recent publication by Prof. Sihai Yang and Prof. Wei Shi in National Science Review, a robust metal-organic framework (NKU-300) with triangular channels decorated with crown ether has been reported to discriminate trace benzene from cyclohexane, giving an unprecedented selectivity of 8615(10) for their separation.

The team first noticed a novel authentication scheme proposed by Wang et al. for WBANs, which considered conditional privacy preservation.

An international team of scientists recently published a study highlighting the potential role of iron sulfides in the formation of life in early Earth’s terrestrial hot springs. According to the researchers, the sulfides may have catalyzed the reduction of gaseous carbon dioxide into prebiotic organic molecules via nonenzymatic pathways.

Researchers at Institut Fresnel have developed an Extended Depth-of-Field Random Illumination Microscope (EDF-RIM) that integrates 3D speckle illumination for super-resolved imaging and extended depth detection for faster acquisition of thick samples. EDF-RIM captures entire 3D volumes in a single projection, reducing acquisition time and light exposure. By using random speckle patterns, it overcomes scattering issues, enhancing imaging speed and resolution. This advancement allows efficient study of complex biological structures such as large 3D structures and embryos.

Scientists are exploring non-lithium-ion batteries as a sustainable alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries, focusing on sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium-ion technologies. This research is crucial for developing clean energy systems that are both environmentally friendly and rely on abundantly available elements, ensuring a more secure and eco-friendly future for energy storage.