Scientists develop tiny device that controls light without moving parts
As the world's demand for faster internet and more powerful computing continues to grow, scientists are looking for new ways to send larger amounts...
Your Morning Coffee Waste Could Become Clean Fuel
Every day, millions of people throw away used coffee grounds without giving them a second thought.
But new research suggests this common kitchen waste could...
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...
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...
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...
Elephant-inspired cement tiles could keep buildings cooler without using electricity
Researchers have created a new type of cement tile inspired by elephant skin that could help buildings stay cooler without relying on air conditioning.
The...
New solar cells keep 97% efficiency after 2,000 hours of extreme stress
Solar panels often have to deal with shade from trees, clouds, buildings, or even birds.
While this may seem like a minor inconvenience, partial shading...
New electronic skin can heal itself underwater and help divers and robots stay safe
Scientists at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed a new type of electronic skin that can detect touch, sense damage, and repair...
Where do the world’s biggest diamonds come from
Some of the most extraordinary gems ever found belong to a rare class of diamonds known as CLIPPIRs (Cullinan-like, Large, Inclusion-Poor, Pure, Irregular, Resorbed).
They...