Computer Science

Scientists create super-fast ‘light switch’ for future cars and computers

Self-driving cars have become better and more reliable in recent years. Before they might be allowed to drive completely autonomously on our roads in the...

Beyond Moore’s Law: Taking transistors into the third dimension

Silicon integrated circuits, which are used in computer processors, are approaching the maximum feasible density of transistors on a single chip--at least, in two-dimensional...

Quantum computers learn to mark their own work

Quantum computers can potentially answer questions beyond the capabilities of classical computing – but their answers might not be reliable University of Warwick scientists have...

Scientists design built-in controls for mini-chemical labs on a chip

Since the 1990s, scientists have been exploring the possibilities of miniaturized chemical “laboratories” on a chip. Microfluidic systems can accommodate chemical experiments on a chip...

How hackers could use Wi-Fi to track you inside your home

As connected devices such as voice assistants, security cameras, and smart appliances grow in popularity, the homes and offices where they are installed become...

Scientists convert 2D images into 3D using deep learning

A UCLA research team has devised a technique that extends the capabilities of fluorescence microscopy, which allows scientists to precisely label parts of living...

Scientists unveil galactic fountains and carousels by simulation

Scientists from Germany and the United States have unveiled the results of a newly-completed, state of the art simulation of the evolution of galaxies. TNG50...

Data science could predict which failures will ultimately lead to success

A new study examines the mechanisms of how failure leads to success—and found that the way one fails matters. Oprah Winfrey was fired from her...

Scientists can now 3D print living skin with blood vessels

Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a way to 3-D print living skin, complete with blood vessels. The advancement, published online today in Tissue...

Scientists develop a detector that could stop lateral phishing attacks

Lateral phishing attacks - scams targeting users from compromised email accounts within an organization - are becoming an increasing concern in the U.S. Whereas in...