AI Eye Scan Can Detect Diabetes, Osteoporosis and Thyroid Disease in Seconds

A routine eye photograph could soon become one of the fastest ways to check your overall health. Scientists have created an artificial intelligence program that...

New 4D printing method creates wind turbine blades that are 80% lighter

Researchers at Concordia University have developed a new manufacturing method that could make small wind turbines lighter, cheaper, and more efficient. Their new approach uses...

AI browsers can book your holiday—but they may also put your personal data at...

Artificial intelligence is changing the way people browse the internet. New AI-powered web browsers can do much more than search for information. They can plan holidays,...

Air conditioners alone can’t beat extreme heat, scientists warn

As the world gets hotter, air conditioners are becoming more important than ever. They help people stay safe during heat waves and can even save...

Scientists turn old EV batteries into more powerful next-generation batteries

Electric vehicle (EV) batteries may have a much brighter future than simply being recycled into basic materials. Researchers at the University of California San Diego...

New smart bicycle knows when you’re turning—and when you’re about to fall

Scientists in Japan have developed a smart bicycle that can tell the difference between a rider making a normal turn and a rider losing...

Natural aquifers could revolutionize cooling for AI data centers, study finds

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow, so does the number of data centers needed to power it. These facilities run around the clock and...

Scientists discover simpler way to make rare silicon that could boost future batteries

Scientists have discovered a new and much simpler way to produce a rare form of silicon that could improve batteries and electronic devices while...

Why airplanes still limit carry-on batteries to 100 Wh

Many travelers carry smartphones, laptops, tablets, power banks, and other electronic devices when flying. While these devices are convenient, the lithium-ion batteries inside them can...

Why the Same Blood Pressure Can Lead to Different Diseases, According to AI

Millions of people live with high blood pressure. Many do not even know they have it because it often causes no symptoms in its...

New water-powered battery could power wearables—and even destroy sensitive devices

Scientists have developed a new type of battery that runs using moisture from the air instead of the liquid chemicals found in most batteries. The...

New study reveals six clues that help identify AI-generated faces

Artificial intelligence can now create fake human faces that look almost identical to real people. These realistic images, often called deepfakes, are becoming increasingly common...

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New wearable sensor could detect organ failure early

For many years, doctors have relied on blood tests to understand how the body is working. These tests can show whether organs like the liver...

Why the metaverse isn’t ready to be the future of work just yet

The COVID-19 pandemic radically changed how many Canadians work. According to Statistics Canada, remote work rose to 40% in April 2020 and fell to 18.7%...

A smart ultra-thin filter could make EV batteries last five times longer

Electric cars are becoming more popular every year, but one of the biggest challenges holding back the technology is the battery. Drivers want batteries that...

How a unique atomic structure could end battery overheating forever

Engineers at the University of California, Riverside, have discovered why a promising solid-state battery material stays cool even when it’s hard at work—a finding...

Scientists develop new lightweight material stronger than steel

The new material is a two-dimensional polymer that self-assembles into sheets. It could be used as a lightweight, durable coating for car parts or cell...