Could rubber power the future of flexible electronics?
Natural rubber, best known for making tires and gloves, could also become an eco-friendly ingredient in the next generation of flexible electronics.
These electronics—like smartwatches,...
Scientists build tiny chip to supercharge future wireless networks
A team of researchers from EPFL in Switzerland and Harvard University has developed a powerful new chip that could revolutionize the way we transmit...
How to clean your phone without doing damage
We wash our hands, sanitize shopping trolleys and wipe down cafe tables. But what about our phones?
We touch these devices dozens of times a...
Scientists unlock low-temperature method to power future wearables
Researchers in South Korea have created a new type of light-sensitive device that could transform how wearable electronics are made.
The breakthrough, led by Dr....
Scientists create tiny devices that can bend light and change on command
In a major step toward the future of light-based technology, researchers at MIT have created incredibly small optical devices that can change how they...
Scientists build new tool that lets you “re-light” photos like a pro
Lighting can make or break a photo.
Whether you're snapping a portrait or shooting a movie scene, the way light hits the subject plays a...
Scientists shrink spectrometer to fit inside a phone camera
Imagine being able to analyze the chemical makeup of food, water, or even your skin using just your phone.
Thanks to a breakthrough from researchers...
Silicon’s successor? New golden chip breakthrough shatters records
In a major step forward for future electronics, scientists in China have created a new type of high-performance semiconductor that could replace traditional silicon...
Engineers crack the code for super-strong 3D-printed parts
Engineers at the University of Maine have discovered a new way to make 3D-printed parts both stronger and lighter—an important step forward for industries...
Light-sensitive material could help electronics think like the brain
Scientists have developed a new material that can turn light into electrical signals and behave much like the brain’s own nerve cells.
This breakthrough brings...