Scientists use a single flash of light to rewrite magnetic memory 1,000 times faster

As artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and online services continue to grow, the demand for faster and more energy-efficient computer hardware is rising rapidly. Now, researchers...

Scientists create a tiny sensor that can detect invisible gas leaks with extraordinary precision

Researchers in Germany have developed a new gas-sensing technology that could make it much easier and less expensive to detect tiny amounts of gases...

Scientists create a self-healing catalyst that repairs itself like human skin

A team of researchers in South Korea has developed a new catalyst that can repair itself after damage, potentially solving one of the biggest...

TikTok’s ‘Not Interested’ tool beats swiping, but effect may quickly wear off

Just like snowflakes, no two TikTok For You pages look alike. And that is intentional. The social media site's highly personalized—and black box-like—recommendation algorithm has...

This simple ‘battery bath’ could bring dead lithium-ion batteries back to life

A team of researchers at Cornell University has developed a new way to restore worn-out lithium-ion batteries, allowing them to recover up to 95%...

New water-harvesting jacket turns air into drinking water

Imagine wearing a jacket that can produce drinking water from the air around you. That idea is moving closer to reality thanks to engineers at...

Forget boiling water: Researchers brew espresso with sound waves

For many coffee lovers, making espresso seems to require two essential ingredients: very hot water and high pressure. But researchers at the University of New...

Smart rescue drone could save people who fall overboard at sea

Falling overboard from a ship is one of the most dangerous emergencies at sea. Every minute matters, and the chances of survival can quickly decrease...

Ultrathin diamond layer solves major heat problem in future 6G devices

A team of researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and other institutions has developed a new way to improve the performance of...

These tiny microbes can clean water and produce electricity at the same time

Imagine a technology that can generate electricity while cleaning wastewater at the same time. According to a recent review published in the International Journal of...

Scientists turn ordinary water into a powerful energy storage material

Water is one of the most common substances on Earth, but scientists have now discovered that it may have a surprising new use: storing...

Scientists discover invisible hardware trojans lurking inside computer chips

Every day, people rely on computer chips to keep sensitive information safe. These tiny pieces of hardware help protect everything from online banking details and...

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How can I get ice off my car?

If you live somewhere that gets cold in the winter, you’ve probably seen cars parked outdoors covered in a thin layer of ice on...

Your smartphones could become lifesaving radiation detectors in emergencies

After a nuclear or radiological accident, knowing who has been exposed to radiation—and how much—can save lives. But traditional ways of measuring radiation dose usually...

Scientists develop quantum-safe digital signatures: 20 times faster online transactions

A team of researchers, including experts from Monash University, has made a breakthrough in digital security. They have developed a new technique that makes online...

Forget smart glasses—These tiny earbuds can see and answer your questions

Imagine wearing a pair of ordinary wireless earbuds that can quietly “see” what you see and answer your questions about it. Researchers at the University...

Scientists develop transparent solar cells to power devices through glass

Imagine charging your smartphone directly from its screen or powering buildings and cars through their windows. This is now possible thanks to new transparent solar...