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The Lithium Wars Are Just the Beginning: Geopolitics, Ecology, and the Next Battery Supercycle

4 Hits Habib Omoniyi Balogun Aug 18, 2025, 8:09 AM Aug 18, 2025, 8:09 AM

Lithium ignited a global scramble. The real contest spans supply chains, new chemistries, water, and policy. Here’s what wins—and what breaks—next. ‎ Primary keywords: lithium supply chain, EV batteries, direct lithium extraction (DLE), sodium-ion batteries, critical minerals policy, EU Critical Raw Materials Act, IRA EV tax credit ‎Secondary keywords: Atacama Desert water, recycling, geopolitical risk, battery metals, refining dominance, lithium triangle, Africa lithium policy. ‎Executive Summary ‎ ‎Lithium didn’t just power a revolution in electric vehicles—it rewired global politics, industrial strategy, and environmental science. Yet the “lithium wars” are only the opening move. The decisive fronts now are (1) midstream refining and cathode/anode manufacturing (where China holds outsized influence), (2) water-constrained brine basins and the science of sustainable extraction, (3) aggressive policy regimes in the U.S. and EU that reward “friendly” supply chains, (4) fast-moving chemistry shifts (LFP, sodium-ion, solid-state) that could rebalance demand, and (5) recycling and circularity that cap long-run raw-ore dependence. ‎ ‎What follows is a compact field guide—geopolitics plus environmental science, with data, case studies, and takeaways you can act on whether you’re an investor, policymaker, operator, or just lithium-curious.

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A New Cosmological Model That Challenges the Fundamental Nature of Time

7 Hits Habib Omoniyi Balogun Aug 18, 2025, 7:18 AM Aug 18, 2025, 7:18 AM

For centuries, physics has treated time as either absolute (Newton) or relative (Einstein), but new cosmological models argue that time...

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The Secret of the Mind & Spiritual Vision After Death

4 Hits Sudirman Chan Aug 9, 2025, 7:28 PM Aug 9, 2025, 7:28 PM

The Laduni Al-Kautsar teachings affirm that death does not end consciousness; the soul continues to think, feel, and perceive. Supported...

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Everything about science

0 Hits Akin proms Aug 6, 2025, 8:29 AM Aug 6, 2025, 8:29 AM

What you need to know about science and how you can pursue your dream of becoming a scientist.

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Root to Remedy: The Power, Problems, and Promise of Herbs, Medicine, and Drugs

440 Hits Lucky Young Omorogbe Jul 16, 2025, 4:28 PM Jul 16, 2025, 4:28 PM

From the sacred groves of ancient Africa to the laboratories of modern science, the human search for healing has always...

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The myth of 10% brain usage

1 Hits Ejiroghene Aroriode Jul 13, 2025, 9:13 AM Jul 13, 2025, 9:13 AM

The myth that we only use 10% of our brains is not only misleading but also diminishes the incredible complexity and capability of the human brain. By understanding the true nature of our brain's function, we can better appreciate our cognitive abilities and focus on meaningful ways to enhance our mental performance. So, the next time you hear someone mention the 10% myth, you can confidently set the record straight and celebrate the remarkable organ that is your brain!

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5 Everyday Nigerian Habits Explained by Science 🧠🇳🇬

5 Hits Hillary Nwatumojor Jul 7, 2025, 7:59 AM Jul 7, 2025, 7:59 AM

Summary: Many habits Nigerians do every day — like sleeping after eating, yawning when others yawn, or clapping while laughing —...

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10 Strange Facts About Dreams That Science Still Can't Explain

5 Hits Sandhya Neupane Jun 20, 2025, 8:23 PM Jun 20, 2025, 8:23 PM

Despite all the advances in neuroscience and sleep research, the mysteries of dreams remain unsolved. From precognitive dreams and shared...

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