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Scientists have developed a new technique that doubles the amount of hydrogen produced when splitting water molecules with ...

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Abstract: Motivated by neuromorphic computing applications, this letter considers electrical circuits comprising memristors and grounded capacitors, connected to external sources. By using the ...

While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

Discover which items should never be plugged into a power strip, along with other hazardous mistakes people frequently make.

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The consciousness debate is often trapped between two extremes: either the brain is “just software” (computational ...

Artist Nnena Kalu on Tuesday became the first artist with a learning disability to win the acclaimed Turner Prize. Kalu, who is autistic with limited verbal communication, won the prize for her cocoon ...