Scientists discover evidence of a new kind of superconductor
A team of researchers led by Yale University has found strong evidence for a new type of superconductor, a breakthrough that could change the...
Scientists develop low-cost method to remove microplastics from water
Microplastics, tiny plastic particles, are found almost everywhere—in the air, soil, oceans, and even inside our bodies.
These fragments, created by the breakdown of larger...
Graphene: The 2D material that could change electronics forever
Imagine a material so thin it’s just one atom thick, yet incredibly strong, light, and flexible.
This is graphene, a "miracle material" that has captivated...
New material captures carbon dioxide from super-hot industrial exhaust
Industrial plants like cement and steel factories produce large amounts of carbon dioxide (CO₂), a major greenhouse gas.
However, their emissions are often too hot...
Foldable X-ray detector could make medical scans safer and more efficient
X-rays play a major role in medical exams and industrial checks, from scanning broken bones to inspecting luggage at airports.
But X-rays also come with...
How AI can ‘hear’ lithium batteries before they explode
Researchers from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have found a way to use sound to detect when lithium-ion batteries are at...
New anti-fatberg coating could help keep sewers flowing smoothly
Engineers from RMIT University in Australia have developed a special coating for concrete sewer pipes that could significantly reduce the build-up of “fatbergs” in...
New reactor extracts lithium from brine to power the future of batteries
A team of engineers at Rice University has developed a groundbreaking reactor that efficiently extracts lithium from natural brine—salty water found in geothermal sources.
This...
Engineers make big strides in turning CO₂ into useful products
With greenhouse gas emissions on the rise, scientists and engineers are exploring practical ways to capture and reuse carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the atmosphere.
Imagine...
Scientists turn old carpets into crack-resistant concrete for a greener future
Australian engineers have discovered a new way to make concrete stronger and more resistant to cracking by using old carpet fibers, bringing a fresh...