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Research & science On the capacitance gradient description in Heterodyne Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy arXiv:2607.06161v2 Announce Type: replace Abstract: Kelvin probe force microscopy (KPFM) probes local surface-potential variations through the electrostatic force between a conductive tip and a surface, which depends on the potential difference and the tip-surface capacitance gradient (CG). In heterodyne KPFM, the oscillating tip is usually treated by combining a bias-modulated electric field w… arXiv — cond-mat.mtrl-sci (Materials Science preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Hierarchical approach to quantum many-body systems in non-Markovian environments arXiv:2405.05093v3 Announce Type: replace-cross Abstract: Quantum many-body systems in cavities combine the rich physics of condensed matter systems or quantum chemistry with strong coupling to the surrounding electromagnetic field. In these systems, large Hilbert spaces, many-body interactions and strong system-environment coupling are all fundamental, posing a significant barrier for establis… arXiv — cond-mat.mtrl-sci (Materials Science preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Stable Real-Space Invariants and Topology Beyond Symmetry Indicators arXiv:2505.09697v2 Announce Type: replace-cross Abstract: We introduce stable real-space invariants (SRSIs), topological invariants defined from adiabatic deformations between Wannier states, generalizing previously discovered local and composite real-space invariants. SRSIs are $\mathbb{Z}$- and $\mathbb{Z}_n$-valued ($n=2,4$) linear combinations of Wannier state multiplicities characterizing … arXiv — cond-mat.mtrl-sci (Materials Science preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Transformation front kinetics in deformable ferromagnets arXiv:2602.03745v2 Announce Type: replace-cross Abstract: Materials such as magnetic shape-memory alloys possess an intrinsic coupling between material's magnetisation and mechanical deformation. These materials also undergo structural phase transitions, with phase boundaries separating different phases. The kinetics of the phase boundaries is governed by the magnetic field and the mechanical s… arXiv — cond-mat.mtrl-sci (Materials Science preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Induction-heated resonant reactors for electrified thermochemistry arXiv:2607.15365v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: We present induction-heated resonant reactors, a new concept in electrified thermochemistry in which the reactor itself serves as a volumetric electromagnetic resonator heated through resonant wireless power transfer. We use the Swiss roll resonator as a model system and show that it can be designed to support uniform volumetric heating profiles… arXiv — physics.app-ph (Applied Physics preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Alignment and Timing Jitter in Flying-Focus Inverse Compton Scattering arXiv:2607.15788v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: Flying-focus laser pulses can extend the effective interaction length in inverse Compton sources by controlling the trajectory of the focal intensity. Their practical advantage, however, depends on tolerance to shot-to-shot electron--laser alignment and synchronization errors. We develop a semi-analytical model for the shot-averaged total photon… arXiv — physics.app-ph (Applied Physics preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Reconfigurable Nonlocal Light-Emitting Metalens Nanolasers via Bound States in the Continuum arXiv:2607.15852v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: The development of on-chip, reconfigurable coherent light sources operating in the visible spectrum is critical for next-generation optical computing and high-speed data processing. Here, we demonstrate an all-optically tunable nanolaser based on a hybrid dielectric metasurface. The platform integrates a Rhodamine B (Rd B) dye gain medium with a… arXiv — physics.app-ph (Applied Physics preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Sub-microsecond conformational dynamics in an optical nanocavity arXiv:2607.15925v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: Microsecond conformational changes underlie many protein functions, but ensemble averaging has been needed to observe them without labels. Single-shot measurements on individual proteins have had insufficient speed, while protein Brownian-motion has obscured signals. Here, we report a fibre-integrated silicon-photonic sensor that overcomes these… arXiv — physics.app-ph (Applied Physics preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science A Blueprint for Equilibrium-Based Differentiable Continuous-Variable Thermodynamic Computing arXiv:2607.16183v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: To address the escalating energy and latency demands of machine-learning workloads, we introduce a blueprint for an energy-efficient and fast thermodynamic computing stack that leverages stochastic analog processes in physical hardware. In this work, we focus on energy-based thermodynamic computing where the stochastic process is well described … arXiv — physics.app-ph (Applied Physics preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Material-Specific Mapping of Plasmonic Modal Dispersion via Discrete Momentum-Space Probes arXiv:2508.00521v3 Announce Type: replace-cross Abstract: Accurate measurement of surface plasmon polariton (SPP) dispersion remains challenging, as conventional angle-resolved techniques are limited by surface quality, diffraction artifacts, and geometry-induced band folding. Here, we show that SPP dispersion can be reconstructed from transmission spectra of plasmonic gratings with subwaveleng… arXiv — physics.app-ph (Applied Physics preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science The Post-Silicon Semiconductor Era: A Review of Physics, Synthesis, and Architectural Integration of Carbon Nanotube Field-Effect Transistors arXiv:2509.00947v3 Announce Type: replace-cross Abstract: Silicon CMOS scaling is approaching a set of hard physical limits. Direct source-to-drain quantum tunneling, an unscalable subthreshold swing, and the thermal ceiling known as Dark Silicon motivate the search for a new channel material that can carry logic scaling forward. This review builds the case for single-walled carbon nanotubes (S… arXiv — physics.app-ph (Applied Physics preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Programmable Synchronization Graphs for Adaptive and Fault-Tolerant Modular Miniature Robots arXiv:2607.07281v2 Announce Type: replace-cross Abstract: Modular miniature robots could provide scalable function in constrained environments, but coordinating many imperfect modules remains difficult when computation, communication and reliability are limited. A central robotics challenge is to coordinate many actuator-sensor modules without assigning a privileged leader, prescribing a fixed … arXiv — physics.app-ph (Applied Physics preprints) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Integrating Theory and Practice in Regenerative Supply Chain Management: An Integrative Review and Use‐Case Synthesis Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView. Business Strategy and the Environment (Wiley) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Scientists found two powerful new ways to destroy forever chemicals Scientists are testing two promising ways to destroy PFAS, the stubborn “forever chemicals” that can accumulate in water and resist normal treatment. One method uses collapsing vapor bubbles to generate extreme heat and reactive molecules, while the other uses cold plasma and rising gas bubbles to pull PFAS to the surface and break them apart. ScienceDaily — Materials Science · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Sustainability Assessment: The Role of Entropy‐Based Indicators for Reconnecting Human' Subjectivity and Civilization With Natural Tendency of Ecosystems Sustainable Development, EarlyView. Sustainable Development (Wiley) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Leveraging Double Materiality as a Decision‐Making Tool for ESG Management and Reporting in Hydroponics Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView. Business Strategy and the Environment (Wiley) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Perceived Responses to A Viral SDG‐Oriented Campaign: Socio‐Demographic Differences in Sustainability Communication Within A University Context Sustainable Development, EarlyView. Sustainable Development (Wiley) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Knowledge Management and AI‐Driven Green Practices for Sustainable Performance Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView. Business Strategy and the Environment (Wiley) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Nature Protection as a Strategy? Strategic Objectives and Dynamic Capabilities in Corporate Biodiversity Management Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView. Business Strategy and the Environment (Wiley) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science When Do CEO Temporal Focus and Board Interlocks Lead to Eco‐Innovation? A Configurational Approach Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView. Business Strategy and the Environment (Wiley) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Decadal simulation of winter deep percolation driven by snowmelt and precipitation using HYDRUS-1D Deep percolation (DP) assessment is a critical component of groundwater recharge and plays a key role in sustaining groundwater resources in cold regions, where snowmelt and precipitation are the major drivers of subsurface water movement, particularly in coarse-textured soils. This experiment investigated winter season (November–April) DP (flux below the root zone) dynamics driven by rainfall … Frontiers in Environmental Science · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Pollution-specific water quality indices for improved assessment in a river basin with mixed pollution sources The Santiago-Guadalajara River Basin has historically faced significant pollution pressures from urban, agricultural, and industrial sources. The development and implementation of targeted environmental policies require precise diagnostic tools. In this study, we aim to strengthen diagnostic power by recalibrating the Santiago River Water Quality Index by incorporating updated analytical limits… Frontiers in Environmental Science · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Temporal dynamics of carbon fluxes in a tropical montane forest ecosystem in Southern Ecuador Tropical rainforests represent major carbon reservoirs and play a critical role in regulating carbon dynamics and climate. Quantifying their carbon fluxes is essential for understanding ecosystem responses to climate variability and improving future climate change projections. In this study, we investigated interannual and seasonal variability in gross primary productivity (GPP), ecosystem resp… Frontiers in Environmental Science · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Constructing a behavioural intention index for nutri-cereal growers on theory and field experience Adoption of nutri-cereals, often termed as “superfoods,” has emerged as a strategic solution to address nutritional deficiencies and promote sustainable agricultural development. However, farmers’ behavioural intentions significantly influence the adoption and sustained cultivation of these crops. This research focuses on constructing a comprehensive Behavioural Intention Index (BII) for nutri-… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science The role of technology readiness and green finance in renewable energy adoption in developing countries This study examines the impact of green finance and technological readiness on the adoption of renewable energy in 116 developing countries between 2008 and 2021. The results from Panel Corrected Standard Errors (PCSE) and Generalised Method of Moments (GMM) show that green finance is significantly and positively associated with renewable energy adoption, and that this association is stronger i… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science The role of perceived tax knowledge and tax education exposure, trust in government and perceived tax fairness in voluntary tax compliance among SMEs in Mogadishu, Somalia Taxation is essential for state financing and sustainable development, yet voluntary tax compliance remains weak in fragile and post-conflict economies such as Somalia, where domestic revenue mobilization is limited. Strengthening compliance is closely linked to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Sustainable Development Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions; Sustai… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science The role of green finance in industrial wastewater in the Chinese first-tier cities Understanding the relationship between green investment and industrial wastewater is important for addressing the challenges posed by trade-off between industrial activities and high-quality economic development. This study investigates the effect of green finance on industrial wastewater using a panel dataset of 20 China’s first-tier cities over the period 2000–2023. To capture industrial wast… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Effect of soil and water conservation practices and slope classes on selected soil physico-chemical properties in Damot Woyde district, southern Ethiopia Soil erosion caused by runoff has significantly contributed to the depletion of soil fertility and reduced crop productivity in Ethiopia. This study evaluated the effects of soil and water conservation (SWC) practices and slope classes on selected soil physico-chemical properties in Damot Woyde District, southern Ethiopia. The study considered four treatments: soil bund (SB), soil bund with Des… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Valorization of harmful algal blooms into sustainable polymer composites for a circular economy The simultaneous increase in harmful Sargassum blooms and the high carbon footprint of the polymer industry necessitate sustainable material solutions. This study presents a circular economy approach for valorizing Sargassum biomass into a multifunctional inorganic ash filler for recycled polypropylene (rPP) composites. Sargassum biomass was calcined to produce mineral-rich ash and surface-modi… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Localized BIM-integrated life cycle assessment of embodied carbon for high-rise buildings in Thailand The construction industry is a major contributor to Global Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, with Embodied Carbon (EC), in building materials being a significant factor. Reducing Embodied Carbon (EC) during the early design stages is critical for mitigating climate change and aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 13. However, while global Building Information Modeling (BIM), tools for sustai… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Multi-objective optimization and 4E comparative analysis of different sCO 2 power plant configurations integrated to a natural gas-fired power plant Recent studies show that supercritical carbon dioxide (sCO 2 ) in a power cycle could perform much better than air or steam power cycles and have a reduced negative effect on the environment, making it a promising solution for future power generation systems. The main objective of the present study is to optimize and compare the 4E (energy, exergy, economic, and environmental) performances of s… Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Life-cycle assessment integrated with SDG impacts analysis framework for circular road construction using construction and demolition waste and reclaimed asphalt pavement Recent research highlights the potential of integrating construction and demolition waste (CDW) and reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) as substitutes for virgin aggregates (VA). While mechanical performance of asphalt is well-documented at the laboratory-scale, large-scale implementation requires a multi-dimensional evaluation of environmental burdens, human health, and resource consumption. Henc… Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Comparative study of bio-coke prepared from pine sawdust/lignin blends at different pyrolysis temperatures To develop sustainable, low-carbon carbonaceous materials as alternatives to coal-based coke for blast furnace ironmaking, pine sawdust and lignin were employed as feedstocks. Unlike previous studies that mainly focused on single biomass feedstocks or individual pyrolysis parameters, this work systematically investigates the combined effects of feedstock blending ratio and pyrolysis temperature… Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Patterns of heavy metal accumulation in Taraxacum officinale Medicinal plants growing in urban and industrialized environments can accumulate heavy metals (HM), which poses potential risks to both ecosystem functioning and human health. Taraxacum officinale Wigg., a widespread species frequently used as medicinal raw material, is commonly exposed to anthropogenic impacts, yet the mechanisms governing heavy metal uptake, retention, and translocation withi… Environmental Science and Pollution Research (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Impact of soil texture on salt precipitation and evaporation under different initial conditions In Northwest China, arid areas suffered from both water shortages and severe soil salinization. To effectively reclaim saline-alkali land and prevent secondary soil salinization, it is essential to understand how water evaporates from soils. In existing experimental studies, there is relatively little research on the laws of soil salinization after irrigation with saltwater. This study aims to … Frontiers in Environmental Science · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Evaluating perceived process performance and outputs in designing a national collaborative REDD+ governance program in Ghana Integrated landscape approaches to Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) aim to balance competing land uses and address deforestation drivers outside the forest sector. Despite their conceptual appeal, implementation remains challenging due to the need for multi-level stakeholder alignment and cross-sectoral coordination. Collaborative governance regimes offer a p… Frontiers in Environmental Science · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Reputational satisficing and sour grapes mechanisms: how selective prioritization and strategic silence shape sustainability communication Corporate sustainability communication, sustainability reporting, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks have become central instruments through which firms signal responsibility and maintain stakeholder legitimacy. Yet many ecologically material challenges, including biodiversity loss, invasive species, and environmental externalities embedded in global supply chains, remai… Frontiers in Sustainability · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Sustainable extraction of polyphenol rich herbal blends using tunable natural deep eutectic solvents with antimicrobial evaluation and AGREEprep greenness assessment The growing demand for natural and safe cosmetic ingredients has driven the exploration of multi-plant blends combined with green extraction technologies. In this study, Middle Eastern medicinal plants including Rhus coriaria , Coffea arabica , Peganum harmala , Origanum majorana , Moringa oleifera , Commiphora myrrha , Punica granatum , Carthamus tinctorius , Salvia officinalis , and Silybum m… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science The economic sustainability of farmers’ markets in Europe Farmers’ markets (FMs) represent one of the oldest and most prevalent forms of short food supply chains (SFSCs), serving as a vital retail outlet for local products. While the broader literature on SFSCs has a strong European focus, quantitative studies examining consumers’ willingness to pay (WTP) at FMs have predominantly focused on the United States. By focusing specifically on FMs, this stu… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026 Research & science Advances in sustainable additive manufacturing using fused deposition modeling for resource efficient production Additive manufacturing (AM) has become a key driver of change in manufacturing mainly because of its ability to produce complex geometries, enable mass customization, reduce waste materials, and shorten product development cycles. Among the different additive manufacturing (AM) methods, fused deposition modelling (FDM) is still the leading method mainly because of its low, cost, material versat… Discover Sustainability (Springer) · 20 Jul 2026