This stretchy, biodegradable battery could be the future of wearables
Researchers at McGill University have created a new kind of battery that is flexible, biodegradable, and far greener than traditional designs — and it...
Scientists find a way to switch light direction in OLEDs with electricity
In a breakthrough that could transform future screens and communication technology, researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a way to make OLEDs...
New safe material could turn everyday motion into clean power — without toxic lead
Scientists in the UK have developed a new material that can turn movement into electricity without using toxic lead — a breakthrough that could...
This new device could make electricity from air moisture — even in dry places
As artificial intelligence, smart homes, and wearable devices become part of everyday life, the demand for steady, reliable power keeps rising.
Solar and wind energy...
New 3D-printable material could replace traditional concrete
As the world’s population continues to grow, the demand for new homes and infrastructure is rising rapidly.
At the same time, concerns about climate change...
Scientists give robots a sense of touch to carry unstable loads
Anyone who has ever packed a moving truck knows how important balance is.
If even one item is placed badly, it can shift, fall, and...
A tiny radar chip could power the smart sensing world of 6G
Researchers at the City University of Hong Kong have designed a tiny new radar chip that could help shape the future of wireless technology.
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Scientists break key barrier to cheaper green hydrogen production
Hydrogen is often described as a clean fuel of the future.
It can power trucks, help make fertilizer, and store large amounts of energy from...
New molecular “glue” makes next-generation solar panels stronger in the heat
Solar panels made from silicon are already common on rooftops and in large solar farms.
They are reliable and proven, but they are also getting...
New underwater exoskeleton cuts diver air use by nearly 23%
Moving through water is much harder than walking on land. Every kick of a diver’s legs has to push through thick resistance, which quickly...
This new material could make hydrogen cars safer and more reliable
Hydrogen fuel cells and water electrolyzers are key technologies for a cleaner energy future, but they rely on one small, often overlooked part to...
Scientists recreate 100 billion stars in a virtual Milky Way for the first time
Scientists have achieved something that once seemed nearly impossible: they have created the first computer simulation of the Milky Way that represents more than...
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Artificial intelligence is helping scientists discover the unexplored
Artificial intelligence (A.I.) has proven to be a valuable tool in accelerating scientific discoveries, according to a recent study conducted by researchers at the...
Scientists convert chicken fat into energy storage devices
The global move toward more sustainable, green energy has increased power reserves and the demand for energy storage devices.
Unfortunately, some materials for these devices...
Scientists create new biodegradable adhesive
Most adhesives today are made of plastic, but BU chemists hope a new biodegradable alternative will provide a more environmentally friendly option.
Boston University professor...
Scientists unlock the secrets of octopus movement for next-gen soft robot
A team of engineers has developed a groundbreaking computer model that captures the complex muscle structure of an octopus arm, offering valuable insights for...
This cockroach-inspired robot is small but mighty
The microrobot is one of the smallest and most dexterous robots to date.
This itsy-bitsy robot can't climb up the waterspout yet but it can...