efficient
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Researchers have uncovered evidence that superconductivity can be controlled by changing a material's surrounding environment, a breakthrough that could eventually lead to more efficient electronics and powerful quantum technologies.
From Science Daily • May 29, 2026
The goal, according to a news release, is to create a more “gracious and efficient entry experience” for more than 1.4 million annual visitors.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
But experts say it is the perfect time to check if you can do more to block draughts, change cooking habits, bleed radiators and generally be more energy efficient.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
“We believe this has been the primary mechanism behind APP’s above-market growth in recent years, as its ad targeting models have become far more efficient over time.”
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
But Bertillonage was already being displaced by a more efficient method of identification that was revolutionizing the world of scientific detection: fingerprinting.
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
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