Rigid foam boards used to insulate buildings can prevent energy loss, making homes more efficient at keeping warm or cool. The advantages in energy efficiency, however, are undercut by environmental concerns over polystyrene products.
Despite the many advantages of concrete as a modern construction material, including its high strength, low cost, and ease of manufacture, its production currently accounts for approximately 8 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions.
To understand Earth's changing climate, scientists often turn to science-based computer simulations. Researchers strive to make these Earth system models as accurate as possible.
Labviva, the AI-driven life sciences digital marketplace that simplifies and scales purchasing processes, announced today that it has secured $20 million in Series A financing led by Biospring Partners, with participation from existing investors Senator Investment Group, B Capital Group, and Glasswing Ventures.