Sampling Mars: Geologic context and preliminary characterization of samples collected by the NASA Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover Mission. [PDF]
Herd CDK+13 more
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ABSTRACT Firebrands are the leading cause of infrastructure damage during wildfires. However, dedicated protections specifically designed to mitigate firebrand accumulation, remain limited. In contrast, infrastructure protection strategies against sand accumulation have been developed, implemented and studied in detail. Because both sand and firebrands
Simona Dossi+2 more
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Space flight missions over 6 months significantly increase the risk of shoulder pathology and rotator cuff tears. [PDF]
Fiedler B+5 more
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Understanding Wildfires in Norway: Key Hazards and Vegetation Fires Damaging Buildings 2016–2023
ABSTRACT Wildland–urban interface (WUI) fires are an increasing global challenge, and local knowledge is essential for efficient mitigation. In Norway, as for the rest of Northern Europe, wildfires are expected to increase in frequency and severity, which will also increase WUI vulnerabilities.
Ragni Fjellgaard Mikalsen+5 more
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Experimental formation of carbonates from perchlorate and sulphate brines: Implications for Jezero crater, Mars. [PDF]
Escamilla-Roa E+2 more
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China's top 10 breakthroughs in science and technology in 2023. [PDF]
Zhu H.
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Microalgae: A Solution for Food Security and Multiplanetary Farming
ABSTRACT Human civilization is threatened by food insecurity and habitat loss owing to the cumulative effects of anthropogenic and natural factors. Thus, increasing food production while using fewer resources and exploring the potential of interstellar migration is essential.
Xiulan Xie, Jiasui Zhan, Maozhi Ren
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Spectral location for the universal scaling regime in Martian atmospheric turbulence. [PDF]
Coimbra MCY+7 more
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ABSTRACT Heavy metal contamination of agricultural soils and subsequent bioaccumulation in food crops poses significant public health concerns, particularly in mining regions. This study investigated heavy metal concentrations in turkey berry (Solanum torvum) fruits and associated soils from three locations in Ghana's mining belt, evaluated soil ...
Moses K. Golly+3 more
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Highly enriched carbon and oxygen isotopes in carbonate-derived CO2 at Gale crater, Mars. [PDF]
Burtt DG+15 more
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