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New evidence of surface-initiated crystallization may improve the efficiency of printable photovoltaic materials.

Insight into the thermal decomposition of a potential fuel additive shows it could promote cleaner and more efficient combustion.

Simple chemicals called glycol ethers help make better perovskite thin films for solar cells.

An underwater wireless optical communications system for streaming high-quality, live video.

A new statistical approach for environmental measurements lets the data determine how to model extreme events.

When faced with high salinity, the tiny plant cells within coral tissue alter their metabolites to better cope with stress.

Metallic nanostructures that slow down light dramatically can triple the efficiency of solar-based hydrogen fuel generation.

Photosensitive perovskites change shape when exposed to light.

A faster approach for computer detection of moving objects in video takes us a step closer to mimicking the reflexive detection ability of the animal visual system.

Smartphones put state-of-the-art 3D particle tracking in the hands of the masses.

Flatter materials have fewer imperfections, which makes for better solar cells and light sensors.

Surface wettability has little effect on atmospheric water gathering, but edge structure is crucial.

A nature-based technique paves the way for cheaper and environmentally friendly liquid-repellent materials.

Modeling leads to a better understanding of the role El Niño plays in increasing rainfall along the Red Sea coast.

3D-printed, disposable sensors capable of detecting noxious gases and changes in temperature and humidity, could revolutionize environmental monitoring.

Plants can reprogram their genetic material to mount a defensive response against pathogens, which may have applications for agriculture.

KAUST researchers predict that synchronized emissions from new on-chip lasers can produce artificial neural networks at low cost

Spiky-shaped additives help antimicrobial coatings sense and inhibit bacteria growth on dental devices.

A systematic approach to selecting and configuring statistical models improves predictions of extreme events.

Insights into the thermal behavior of metal nitride nanowires could open new avenues in optical electronics.

The genome sequences of two "false" corals offer a window into the evolution of calcification, which may help their reef-building cousins.

A technique to create a material for cost-effective water electrolysis uses a simple chemical method for preparing nickel-based anodes to improve the oxygen-evolution reaction. Efficiency gains like this one developed by KAUST are important in evolving renewable energy.

A floating membrane that uses sunlight to evaporate water shows potential for water purification.

Two proteins produced by a single gene interact to keep the genome in check

Data from a global oceanographic expedition predict how rising temperatures influence growth of plankton populations.

The movement of DNA molecules seemingly explained by random motion conceals a more orderly march.

A coating of molybdenum improves the efficiency of catalysts for producing hydrogen.

A unique investigation highlights how excess nitrogen can trigger coral bleaching in the absence of heat stress.

Car manufacturers could clean up vehicle exhausts using a new model of gasoline combustion developed using experimental data.

Tungsten and titanium compounds join forces to turn a common alkane into other hydrocarbons.