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Understanding powder flow in materials testing

October 14, 2021
Tapped density methods are a popular choice for assessing powder flow in materials laboratory testing. Here, Dr Katrina Brockbank discusses what data tapped density measurements actually do and do not...

Demystifying plant biostimulants for selection based on crop growing goals

July 16, 2021
Plant biostimulants have now been categorised by into eight classes based on their modes of action. A newly published review, which includes summaries of product composition, mechanisms, efficacy, and application...

Positive ‘tipping points’ offer hope for climate

March 22, 2021
Climate change mitigation is forever a balancing act. Environmental experts are beginning to unveil positive 'tipping points' that could spark cascading changes that accelerate action on climate change. A tipping...

Ever had that sinking feeling?

January 7, 2021
If you've found yourself wondering if you're sinking a little recently, that may be because you are - quite literally - according to a recent research review. If the observations...

Science priorities agreed for 2024 lunar exploration

December 9, 2020
Planetary processes and polar resource potential prioritised by lunar science team. Researchers predict that collaboration and complimentary skills across the Artemis III team will support the most compelling science possible...

Self-watering soil could transform farming

November 9, 2020
They say water is set to become more valuable than oil, with water scarcity becoming one of the most pressing challenges for many nations across the globe. For centuries, humanity...

New international carbon dating standard

August 13, 2020
Radiocarbon dating is set to become more accurate than ever after an international team of scientists improved the technique for assessing the age of historical objects.

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