AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSolar Breakthrough: Barcelona researchers say curbing the infrared glow that wastes energy in solar cells could lift efficiency beyond the 33% limit, with a potential path to 43%. Battery Engineering: A porous additive helps lithium ions move through thick, dry-made electrodes, a design that could boost battery power without solvent-based processing. AI and Mathematics: New AI systems are tackling mathematical proofs, stirring debate over whether they can accelerate research or leave mathematicians mainly checking machine-generated work. Spaceflight Legacy: Margaret Hamilton, who led software work that helped Apollo 11 land safely on the Moon, has died at 90; her team’s code helped computers prioritize critical tasks and handle errors. Science Confidence: A new global survey reports that trust in science is lower than before the Covid pandemic, renewing questions about how researchers and institutions connect with the public.
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