Innovation News Network brings you the latest research and innovation news from the fields of science, environment, energy, critical raw materials, technology, and electric vehicles.
Carbon sink vulnerability of recovering forests highlighted in new study
The carbon sink potential of forests recovering from deforestation does not align with the current rate of deforestation.
New technology will develop scalable, affordable quantum computers
An alternative to standard quantum chips makes the production of quantum computers more scalable, affordable, and sustainable.
Researchers find that nanorippled graphene can become a powerful catalyst
Nanoripples in graphene can make it a strong catalyst, contrary to predictions that the carbon sheet is as chemically inert as bulk graphite.
Paving the way for quiet, efficient electric aviation
Researchers have developed a propellor design optimisation method that paves the way for quiet and efficient electric aviation.
Rebuilding Australia’s critical mineral exploration and development industry
David Giles, Chief Scientific Officer of MinEx CRC, details working to accelerate critical mineral exploration and development in Australia.
Improving carbon capture efficiency with quantum computing
Researchers have developed a quantum computing algorithm that could identify better compounds for more efficient carbon capture.
Computer scientists warn of the dangers of smartphone spyware apps
Dangerous smartphone spyware apps can easily leak sensitive personal information and are hard to notice and detect.
A-LEAF sustainable fuels project achieves world-record results
The A-LEAF project has achieved a world-record efficiency in converting CO2 and H2O into sustainable fuels.
Volkswagen chooses Canada for its first battery plant outside Europe
Volkswagen has chosen Canada for its first battery plant outside of Europe, taking advantage of the country’s vast plethora of raw materials.
Cargo ships powered by wind could help fight climate change
Future cargo ships are set to be powered by wind once again due to a new project that retrofits large vessels with ultra-modern wing sails.