Is extracting oxygen from lunar soil the future of space exploration
A new race to the moon is emerging between the United States and China.
Unlike fifty years ago, the goal is no longer just about...
New smart material could turn windows into solar-powered energy storage systems
Scientists in Finland have developed a new smart material that can both change color and store electrical energy.
In the future, this technology could lead...
New robot learns to catch itself when it falls down stairs
Stairs are one of the most difficult environments for robots to navigate safely.
Even robots specifically designed to climb stairs can lose balance, and when...
Diamonds help hunt a new type of magnet that could revolutionize electronics
For almost 100 years, scientists believed there were only two main types of magnets.
One is the familiar ferromagnet, the kind found on refrigerators and...
Just 3 Food Swaps Could Improve Your Diet and Save Money, AI Finds
Many nutrition experts agree on what people should eat to stay healthy. Diets rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes are linked to...
This robot learned to play piano by ear in just two minutes
A team of researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) has created a robotic hand that can listen to a melody and then...
New solar desalination system could produce drinking water without harmful waste
Access to clean drinking water remains a major global challenge.
According to the United Nations, about 2.2 billion people do not have safely managed drinking...
Scientists create humidity-activated device that reveals hidden images in seconds
Scientists at the University of California San Diego have created a new optical device that can reveal hidden images and change colors when exposed...
Meet Argus: The 20-legged robot that can roll, climb, and survive damage
When people think of robots, they often imagine machines that look like humans, dogs, or insects.
For years, engineers have designed robots by copying the...
New MIT method could cut lithium costs in half while producing almost no waste
Lithium has become one of the world's most important minerals because it is a key ingredient in the rechargeable batteries that power electric vehicles,...
AI Finds a Surprisingly Simple Way to Make Everyday Meals Healthier and Cheaper
Eating healthier is something many people want to do, but turning nutrition advice into daily meals can be surprisingly difficult.
Most people know they should...
Sodium-ion batteries may challenge Tesla’s technology at a lower cost
A new study suggests that sodium-ion batteries, a newer type of rechargeable battery, could one day become a cheaper alternative to the lithium-ion batteries...
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Social media use linked to higher Inflammation, study finds
A recent study led by Dr. David Lee, a social scientist at the University of Buffalo, has provided new insights into the relationship between...
Are AI chatbots just high-tech Magic 8 Balls? Expert weighs in
Have you ever played with a Magic 8 Ball, asking it a question and then eagerly waiting for the random answer it'll show?
Now, imagine...
Magnesium batteries: The affordable, safer alternative to lithium-ion power
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have made a significant breakthrough in developing magnesium-based batteries, which could offer a more sustainable and affordable alternative...
Researchers develop software to block AI phishing scams
A team of researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington has created software to prevent artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots from generating phishing websites.
This...
How AI can help you make a computer game without knowing anything about coding
Just as calculators took over the tedious number-crunching in math a few decades ago, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming coding.
Take Kyo, an 8-year-old boy...