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This week, we're exploring how AI-designed materials could revolutionize cooling our homes, a promising new way to turn seawater into drinking water, the mysterious transformation of Mars, coffee’s surprising healthy-aging benefits, and insights into common sleep challenges.
Plus, we're excited to introduce our first-ever 'Book of the Week': The Invisible Universe, where astronomer Matthew Bothwell reveals hidden cosmic forces shaping our reality.
As always, please enjoy our articles!
Book of the week
What if the world you see is only a fraction of reality?
The Invisible Universe reveals the hidden forces shaping our lives, from dark matter to quantum mysteries.
From the discovery of entirely new kinds of galaxies to a window into cosmic ‘prehistory’, Cambridge astronomer Matthew Bothwell shows us the Universe as we’ve never seen it before – literally.
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Cooler Homes, Lower Bills: How AI-Designed Materials Could Change the Way We Stay Cool
Staying cool during hot summer days usually means relying on energy-intensive air conditioners. However, new materials created using machine learning and artificial intelligence promise to change this. - (Read more)
Why Did Mars Turn Into a Desert?
Mars, our neighbouring planet, is now a cold and dusty desert. But billions of years ago, it looked a lot different, covered in rivers and lakes that left behind canyons and valleys.
What changed Mars from a potentially habitable world into the barren planet we see today? Scientists at the University of Chicago have taken a significant step toward understanding this mystery. - (Read more)
How This Spongy Material Could Remove Salt From Seawater, Creating Clean Drinking Water
Imagine turning seawater into safe drinking water using only sunlight and a sponge-like material. Sounds simple, right? Researchers have now created exactly that, a new way to desalinate water that's easy, energy-efficient, and sustainable. - (Read more)
Women Who Drink Coffee Daily May Age Better - Here’s Why
Most of us probably reach for a morning cup of coffee to wake up and feel energized, but could your coffee habit also help you age better?
A new large-scale study suggests exactly that, particularly for women who enjoy caffeinated coffee regularly in their middle years. - (Read more)
More people are experiencing sleep problems: four common causes and some advice
Sleep is often regarded as the foundation of good health, yet in our fast-paced and digitally connected world, it’s easy to overlook just how vital a good night’s rest truly is. Beyond simply recharging our bodies, sleep plays a crucial role in restoring our mental resources and maintaining emotional balance.
But what actually happens in our brains while we sleep, and why do so many people struggle to get the rest they need? - (Read more)
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