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The Cool Down

The Cool Down

Scientists discover remarkable potential of using microwave energy in latest breakthrough — and it could affect how we use our electronics

The Cool Down
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Scientists from Sophia University in Japan and Università di Pavia in Italy recently published a study on the development of a way to use microwave energy to efficiently recycle old cords.

E-waste contains valuable materials that can be reclaimed and used again, like metals, semiconductors, and rare elements.

The recycling method is called microwave-induced pyrolysis.

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