Prototype cassettes mark key step toward new CMS high-granularity calorimeter

In beehives on the CERN site, a buzzing team of bees collaborates to build hexagon after hexagon of honeycomb—a shape that ...
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Acetone melts styrofoam in this striking chemical experiment

The science pros at TKOR melt styrofoam with acetone in this chemical test.

Do Whataburger cups really keep pipes from freezing in Texas? What experts say

Fitting an orange-and-white cup over a spigot might seem out there, but Austin Water said Styrofoam can actually be useful, ...
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Turning ordinary styrofoam into metal in a fun experiment

The science pros at TKOR turn Styrofoam into metal with a science twist. Declared dead, 103-year-old woman returns just in time for her birthday cake What happens if you walk 10,000 steps daily for a ...
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Cooling of Motor Windings Using Additively Manufactured Heat Exchangers for Extremely High Current Density

Abstract: Effective thermal management is crucial for electric machines, where windings are the primary heat source. Currently employed cooling methods, like stator jacket and oil spray cooling, ...
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Automated Optic Disc and Cup Segmentation Using Mask R-CNN for Glaucoma Assessment

Abstract: Glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness, requires precise segmentation of the optic disc and optic cup in fundus images for early diagnosis and progression monitoring. This study ...
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Senate Advances Measure to Curb Trump’s Use of Force in Venezuela

A handful of Republicans joined Democrats to allow the measure to move forward, reflecting concerns in both parties about the administration’s strategy. By Robert Jimison and Megan Mineiro Reporting ...
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What You Need to Know About California’s Plastic Ban That is Now in Effect

California’s rules on the use of plastic have entered a new phase in the new year. A new state law, effective January 1, 2026, tightens regulations on plastic bags and sets new standards for paper ...