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“Solid Rain” Captures Water in a Solid for Irrigation

A Mexican engineer has succeeded in keeping plant roots hydrated for several months by trapping water in a solid form. The technique offers a decisive tool in fighting against drought, and won the inventor the world water prize in 2012. … Continue reading

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Notre Dame researchers develop paint-on solar capability

Imagine if installing solar energy technology was as easy as splashing on a coat of a paint. The vision may soon be reality, according to a team of researchers at Notre Dame University. The team believes that the current 1% … Continue reading

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