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‘Can remove 96% microplastics’: High school student builds low-cost filter to tackle water pollution
A US high school student has pioneered a low-cost water filter using magnetic ferrofluid to capture 96% of microplastics. This innovative prototype, inspired by local pollution concerns, offers a promising, affordable solution to a global crisis. The system's efficiency and potential for reuse are drawing significant attention, suggesting a new avenue for cleaner drinking water.
CERN scientists transport antimatter by truck for the first time – here's why
CERN scientists successfully transported antiprotons by truck for the first time, suspending them in a vacuum within a specially designed magnetic trap. This four-hour test journey, including a half-hour drive, aimed to assess the safe movement of these fragile particles. The experiment is a crucial step towards enabling antiproton research at other institutions.
Why your acne scars won’t go away — science finds the real reason
A groundbreaking study from New Delhi has shed light on acne scars, showing they can extend nearly 2 millimeters beneath the skin's surface. This new perspective urges a re-evaluation of conventional treatments, which often fail to address deeper scars adequately.
