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Science news — September 12, 2026

Science publications published on September 12, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

13 publications

  3. ScienceEarthPublic Health

    Underwater Solar Cells Successfully Tested at 10 Meters Depth

    Researchers from Yunnan University in China have demonstrated that solar cells can function effectively at 10 meters below sea level, generating enough energy to power underwater devices. The study, published in Joule, shows that perovskite solar cells with wide band gaps can absorb blue to orange light and retain efficiency even after prolonged exposure to underwater conditions. The team integrated these cells with underwater robots and tested them in the South China Sea, achieving exceptional long-term operational stability.
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  4. ScienceNeuroscience

    Leading Mathematicians Warn: AI Threatens Science and Community

    A group of 25 Fields Medal laureates, the highest honor in mathematics, have expressed concern that AI's focus on solving mathematical problems as a benchmark is harming the science and its community. They argue that understanding, not problem-solving, should be the primary goal. This warning comes after OpenAI's claim to have solved a Millennium Prize Problem, sparking debate about AI's role in mathematics.
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  5. ScienceMiddle EastDefenseFraudEducation

    KamAZ Accumulates $786 Million Loss, Kept Afloat by State Orders

    The KamAZ group, Russia's largest truck manufacturer, has accumulated a net loss of $786 million since mid-2024, according to Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service. The company's total debt exceeds $3.3 billion, with $215 million paid in interest in just six months, surpassing its gross profit. KamAZ has violated loan terms by $1.21 billion, and banks have agreed to postpone payments to prevent bankruptcy. The enterprise is primarily sustained by state and defense orders.
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  7. ScienceChina

    Russia Launches First Commercial 5G Networks

    Russia has launched its first commercial 5G networks, covering 16 cities and providing access to high-speed mobile internet for around 10 million people. The 'big four' operators - MTS, Vimpelcom, Megafon, and T2 - have rolled out the new technology. Services are initially available on Android devices, with iPhone access depending on Apple's decision. Expansion to another 50 cities is planned by the end of 2026.
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  9. ScienceLawHealthcare

    Domenico's Death: Artificial Heart Could Have Saved Him

    The death of two-year-old Domenico Caliendo following a heart transplant at Monaldi Hospital in Naples has sparked controversy. Experts appointed by Judge Mariano Sorrentino concluded that if Domenico had been connected to an extracorporeal artificial heart, known as the Berlin Heart, within 72 hours, he would have had a significant probability of survival. The lawyer for Domenico's family argues that this oversight may amount to voluntary manslaughter.
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  10. ScienceBiologyPhysicsSci Policy

    Future Children: Designing Babies and Climate Concerns

    Mohammad Mehdi Seyednaseri, a lawyer, discusses the potential implications of technology on children born in 2050. He argues that technology should serve children, not the other way around, and raises concerns about privacy, relationships, and independence. Seyednaseri also highlights the impact of climate change on future generations, suggesting that a child's right to a healthy environment is crucial for their life, health, and growth. He poses the question of whether parents will have the right to 'design' their children according to their preferences, raising ethical considerations about societal dignity and future.
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  11. ScienceAI SafetySci PolicyPublic Health

    AI Expert Warns of Over 10% Chance of Humanity's Extinction in Next Decade

    Evan Hubinger, Alignment Manager at Anthropic, has expressed concern that Artificial Superintelligence (ASI) could potentially kill all of humanity within the next decade, estimating the chance to be over 10%. Hubinger believes that Anthropic is working diligently, but no clear plan exists yet to address the issue of alignment for superintelligence.
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