9-Apr-2026 Berberine locks a TMPRSS2 DNA structure linked to viral entry Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines A study in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines reports the first high-resolution structure of the major G-quadruplex in the TMPRSS2 promoter and shows how berberine binds and stabilizes it, offering a structural basis for antiviral strategies aimed at suppressing TMPRSS2 expression. Journal Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines
9-Apr-2026 UC3M improves AI-powered wearables to detect fear in gender-based violence victims Universidad Carlos III de Madrid A scientific team from the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) has refined the operation of Bindi, an emotion-detection system in wearables capable of identifying fear in real-time during abuse situations to trigger automatic aid protocols. Their latest breakthrough involves integrating deep learning algorithms—an advanced branch of Artificial Intelligence (AI)—enabling detection without the need for remote servers, thereby reducing energy consumption and the transmission of sensitive information. Journal IEEE Journal of Biomedical and Health Informatics
8-Apr-2026 Beyond fluorine: Scientists achieve world-record performance in eco-friendly graphene fuel cells Kumamoto University Researchers at Kumamoto University have achieved a world-record power density for eco-friendly graphene oxide fuel cells. By pioneering a new "interface engineering" technique using a targeted acid treatment, the team overcame long-standing resistance issues, creating a fluorine-free membrane that rivals the performance of commercial materials. This breakthrough offers a scalable, sustainable path toward high-power, carbon-neutral hydrogen energy. Journal Journal of Materials Chemistry A Funder Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency (ATLA), Japan Science and Technology Agency, Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
8-Apr-2026 Leveraging blockchain and AI for sustainable recycling and traceability in the vehicle industry Osaka Metropolitan University Osaka Metropolitan University researchers developed a blockchain and AI-integrated framework designed with the possibility to optimize vehicle components lifecycle management with recycling and tracing throughout the supply chain. Journal IEEE Transactions on Sustainable Computing
8-Apr-2026 Biochar-based catalyst enables efficient hydrogen production from biomass tar at low temperatures Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University A new study demonstrates that biochar-supported catalysts can efficiently convert biomass tar into hydrogen-rich gas at significantly lower temperatures, offering a promising pathway toward cleaner and more sustainable energy systems. Journal Biochar
8-Apr-2026 Biochar helps rice fields cut greenhouse gases while sustaining yields, new study finds Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University A new long-term field study reveals that adding biochar to rice paddies can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining or even improving crop yields, offering a promising pathway toward more sustainable agriculture. Journal Biochar
8-Apr-2026 Mesoporous carbon emerges as a powerful platform for next-generation compound delivery Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University Researchers have unveiled the remarkable potential of mesoporous carbon materials as advanced carriers for delivering compounds across environmental, biomedical, and industrial applications. A new review highlights how these engineered carbon materials could transform the way active substances are transported and released, offering improved efficiency, precision, and stability. Journal Biochar
8-Apr-2026 Biochar reshapes plant–microbe interactions in wheat, offering new pathway to sustainable agriculture Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University A new study reveals that biochar, a carbon-rich material made from biomass, can fundamentally reprogram how plants and soil microbes interact. By altering both plant root chemistry and the surrounding microbial community, biochar may provide a powerful tool for improving crop productivity while reducing environmental impacts. Journal Biochar
8-Apr-2026 Crayfish shell biochar shows contrasting effects on arsenic pollution in soils Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University A new study reveals that biochar made from crayfish shells can either reduce or increase arsenic risks in soil, depending on soil type, offering both opportunities and cautions for sustainable remediation strategies. Journal Biochar
8-Apr-2026 Engineered hydrochar removes and breaks down antibiotic pollution in water Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University Antibiotic pollution in water is an escalating global concern, driven largely by agricultural use. Now, researchers have developed a new type of engineered hydrochar that not only captures antibiotics from water but also breaks them down into less harmful substances. Journal Biochar
