Molecular mechanism of ultrafast transport by plasma membrane Ca2+-ATPases Summary This study combines high-resolution cryo-electron microscopy, electrophysiology and mutagenesis to define how PMCA2 (a plasma‑membrane Ca2+-ATPase) achieves ultrafast Ca2+ extrusion.…
Proximity screening greatly enhances electronic quality of graphene Summary Researchers demonstrate that placing graphene within a nanometre of an atomically flat conducting proximity gate (graphite) drastically reduces background electrostatic disorder…
Fusion energy gets a boost from cold fusion chemistry Summary Chemists have used an electrochemical approach to increase the rate of low-energy fusion events in a desktop reactor. By electrochemically…
mAChR4 suppresses liver disease via GAP-induced antimicrobial immunity Summary This Nature study identifies a protective gut-to-liver mechanism centred on the M4 muscarinic acetylcholine receptor (mAChR4) expressed in intestinal goblet cells…
Solar Panels in Space ‘Could Provide 80% of Europe’s Renewable Energy By 2050’ Summary A King’s College London-led study modelled a pan-European electricity system (33 countries) and found that space-based…
Google’s Next Big Android Update Can Force Dark Mode and Icon Themes Summary Google has released the Android 16 QPR2 beta 1 with new customisation and accessibility features. Key additions…
A modelling study led by King’s College London, reported via Slashdot and The Guardian, finds that space-based solar power (SBSP) using a NASA-inspired heliostat (mirror) design could supply up to…
Summary Microsoft is re-entering the handheld gaming market with ASUS-manufactured ROG Xbox Ally devices, due to launch on 16 October. The handhelds run full Windows 11 with a gaming-optimised interface,…
A King’s College London study, reported by The Guardian and reposted on Slashdot, used a detailed computer model of Europe’s future power system (33 countries) to assess space-based solar power…
FydeOS offers ChromeOS without the Google strings attached Summary FydeOS is a ChromiumOS rebuild that aims to deliver the Chromebook experience without requiring a Google account. It can be installed…
