New electronic ‘nose’ can tell when your food is spoiled
Many people rely on the sniff test to decide whether food is still safe to eat.
If milk smells fine or leftovers don't seem off,...
AI Could Help Detect Heart Disease Earlier and More Accurately
Heart disease remains the world's biggest killer. Every year, nearly 18 million people die from cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks, heart failure, and...
Scientists turn wood into a super insulator that could strengthen the power grid
As demand for electricity continues to rise because of data centers, electric vehicles, and renewable energy, the world's aging power grid is facing increasing...
New artificial photosynthesis system makes solar fuel without batteries
Researchers in Japan have developed a new artificial photosynthesis system that can produce solar fuel more reliably under changing sunlight conditions without using batteries.
The...
Tiny new chip could give cameras super vision beyond human eyes
Researchers have developed a tiny chip that could help cameras and sensors see details that are normally invisible to both people and standard imaging...
Robot dogs could help firefighters safely detect hazardous chemicals
Researchers in Austria have developed a four-legged robot that could make firefighting operations safer by entering dangerous areas and detecting hazardous substances before firefighters...
New water-cooling technology could make AI chips 10 times more energy efficient
Artificial intelligence is transforming the world, but it also comes with a growing energy problem.
Modern AI systems require enormous computing power, and the powerful...
Swallowable ‘blueberry’ sensor could transform how we monitor body temperature
A tiny electronic sensor that can be swallowed like a pill may soon provide one of the most accurate ways to measure body temperature.
Engineers...
Simple color signals could help people learn to control prosthetic limbs faster
Using a robotic arm or prosthetic hand may seem straightforward, but it actually requires very precise control.
Even a simple task, such as picking up...
How drones could leap from water into the air like birds and rays
Watching a seabird burst out of the ocean or a mobula ray launch itself into the air makes the transition from water to sky...
Scientists create artificial eye that could transform self-driving cars
Self-driving cars and advanced robots rely on cameras, sensors, and artificial intelligence to understand the world around them.
However, these systems often struggle when lighting...
New light-powered fiber detects tiny amounts of bacteria in just one minute
Researchers in Japan have developed a new light-based technology that can rapidly gather thousands of bacteria into a tiny area, making them much easier...
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Book publishing’s AI panic is here. And nobody knows what to do about it
The disruptive force of artificial intelligence is engulfing the world of book publishing.
In March, publisher Hachette Book Group pulled a forthcoming horror novel after...
A battery without an anode could nearly double electric vehicle driving range
Imagine driving an electric vehicle from Seoul to Busan and back on a single charge, or no longer worrying about reduced battery performance during...
Sticking the future together: A breakthrough in 2D material technology
In a pioneering effort that promises to reshape the landscape of future technologies, a research team from Kyushu University, alongside the Japanese company Nitto...
Scientists discover new flaws in 4G and 5G networks
In a new study, researchers show new flaws found in 4G and 5G networks could help hackers intercept phone calls and track users’ locations.
The...
Scientists reinvent concrete with ancient wisdom
In a world where the construction industry significantly impacts the environment, a group of experts is looking back to ancient techniques to create a...