AI may predict which cancers will spread, study finds

Cancer is one of the most feared diseases in the world, and one of the biggest reasons is its ability to spread. When cancer...

This atom-thin material could help build the next generation computer chips

Making computer chips smaller and more powerful is not just about clever engineering. It also depends on improving the manufacturing process used to build the...

AI helps improve stroke care and reduce future health risks

Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. It happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked...

AI could help detect hidden heart failure earlier

Heart failure is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. It happens when the heart cannot pump blood as well...

Scientists create tabletop device to test wireless charging for electric cars

Electric vehicles are becoming an important part of the world’s effort to reduce carbon emissions and move away from fossil fuels. When combined with renewable...

Scientists turn toxic forever chemicals into a tool for producing lithium for batteries

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, are often called “forever chemicals” because they break down very slowly in the environment. These chemicals have been...

Scientists create energy-efficient AI chip that mimics brain-style computing

Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a new type of computer hardware inspired by how the human brain processes information. The...

New ultrasonic sensor can detect hidden defects in extreme industrial environments

Engineers at the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) have developed a new ultrasonic sensing technology that can detect structural defects in...

A tiny coating could boost lithium-ion battery life beyond 1,000 cycles

One of the biggest concerns people have about electric vehicles is battery life. Many drivers worry that the battery may wear out too quickly or...

A tiny coating could boost lithium-ion battery life beyond 1,000 cycles

One of the biggest concerns people have about electric vehicles is battery life. Many drivers worry that the battery may wear out too quickly or...

AI eye test could help detect vision loss disease earlier

Glaucoma is one of the most common causes of permanent blindness in the world. It slowly damages the optic nerve, which is the bundle...

This smart pillow lets users play music and podcasts with a hug

Researchers at the University of Glasgow have created a prototype “smart pillow” designed to help people enjoy music, podcasts, or audiobooks before sleep without...

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New gold nanoparticle could purify water of difficult pollutants

Researchers have found a promising technology for clearing water of pollutants: a new nanoparticle that converts light to heat. Trace amounts of contaminants such as...

Scientists unveil a game-changing technique for faster, greener battery production

In the world of batteries, there's a big leap forward thanks to a team of scientists led by Professor Seok Ju Kang at UNIST...

Hydrogen vehicles might soon become the global norm

Roughly one billion cars and trucks zoom about the world's roadways. Only a few run on hydrogen. This could change after a breakthrough achieved by...

Scientists create microscopic biohybrid robots propelled by muscles, nerves

Researchers have developed soft robotic devices driven by neuromuscular tissue that triggers when stimulated by light. This brings mechanical engineering one step closer to developing...

Wireless curveballs could teach radio waves to dodge obstacles

Princeton engineers develop a machine-learning system that bends ultrahigh-frequency signals around barriers, paving the way for faster and more reliable wireless networks. Imagine walking behind...