University of Utah Develops Compact Device to Harvest Water from Air
Researchers at the University of Utah have unveiled a compact device for atmospheric water harvesting (AWH) that could transform access to clean drinking water, especially in arid regions. This innovative technology utilizes advanced hygroscopic materials, specifically metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), to efficiently extract moisture from the air, addressing global water shortages and paving the way for sustainable solutions.
Research Reveals Cause of Mysterious Fairy Circles in Namibia
Researchers from the University of Göttingen and Ben Gurion University investigate the cause of grass dying inside Namibia’s fairy circles. Their findings reveal a lack of water in the topsoil as the cause, disproving the theory of termite damage. The study involved extensive fieldwork, analysis of 500 grass plants, and measurements of soil moisture, shedding light on the ecological dynamics of the fairy circles.