Why lithium ions suddenly move 10,000 times faster in next-generation battery materials
Scientists have uncovered an important secret about how lithium ions travel through a promising new type of battery material, a discovery that could help...
New AI Warns Doctors of Fatal Stroke Complication Before Symptoms
A new artificial intelligence system could give doctors an early warning when stroke patients are about to develop one of the deadliest complications of...
This clever parakeet helped design its own perch
Most products made for pets are designed entirely by humans. But what if animals could help design the things they use?
A new project suggests...
Scientists create a liquid computer that uses tiny moving particles instead of chips
What if a computer did not rely on electronic chips or tiny transistors, but instead used hundreds of microscopic particles moving through a liquid?
That...
Scientists find way to produce hydrogen peroxide without electricity
Hydrogen peroxide is a common chemical found in hospitals, factories and laboratories around the world.
It is used to disinfect medical equipment, make paper, clean...
This smart wearable patch vibrates to warn you of dangerous gases and toxic water
Imagine wearing a small patch that can instantly warn you if you are exposed to dangerous gases or contaminated water.
Instead of sending an alert...
Simple plastic additive boosts OLED brightness by up to 35% while improving flexibility
A plastic-softening chemical that has been used for decades in everyday products such as vinyl flooring and plastic wrap could help create a new...
Smart surfaces could make future 6G networks faster, safer and more reliable
A team of engineers has developed a new way to help future 6G wireless networks overcome one of their biggest challenges: the growing amount...
Deep-Sea Sponge Inspires Stronger, Lighter Materials That Resist Damaging Vibrations
A remarkable deep-sea sponge has inspired researchers to develop a new generation of lightweight materials that are both stronger and better at handling flowing...
New Robotic System Could Improve Stroke Walking Rehabilitation
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people survive a stroke, but recovery is often a long and difficult process. One of the biggest challenges...
Scientists create tiny chip that could model the brain in under 10 milliseconds
Researchers have developed a tiny computer chip that can model brain activity at speeds close to those of the human brain itself.
The breakthrough could...
Scientists create tiny water-powered motor that spins without electricity or magnets
Scientists have discovered a surprisingly simple way to make tiny objects spin without using electricity, magnets, chemicals or even direct contact.
Instead, the new technique...
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New trick helps get more energy from Earth’s heat
Geothermal energy is a cool way to make electricity using heat from deep inside the Earth.
It's clean and good for our planet, but it's...
Small electrical charges could help airplanes avoid lightning strikes
There may be a way to make airplanes less prone to lightning strikes, according to new research exploring the role of the aircraft in...
Smart cruise control helps drivers make better decisions
Vehicle manufacturers offer smart features such as lane and braking assist to aid drivers in hazardous situations when human reflexes may not be fast...
Revolutionizing biology with AI: The power of the TreeOfLife-10M Dataset
In a new study, researchers have created the largest dataset of biological images ever assembled for machine learning, alongside a cutting-edge artificial intelligence tool...
Tiny explosions could revolutionize onscreen braille
Touchscreens are everywhere today—on our phones, at train stations, in restaurants, and even at the doctor’s office.
But for people who are blind or visually...