Atom-thin filter could unlock longer-lasting batteries for phones, cars, and drones
Imagine phones that last for days without recharging, drones that fly longer, and electric cars that travel farther on a single charge.
These possibilities are...
You’re likely not as immune to scams as you think—here’s why
What do Tiger Woods, Ben Stiller, Australian pensioners and dating app users have in common? Despite being from different walks of life, they have...
How safe is your face? The pros and cons of having facial recognition everywhere
Walk into a shop, board a plane, log into your bank, or scroll through your social media feed, and chances are you might be...
UCLA scientists create stretchable material for future photonic devices
A research team at the California NanoSystems Institute at UCLA has developed a new stretchable material that emits bright light and could help usher...
New 2D magnetic material could cut memory chip energy use by 90%
The explosion of digital data around the world is driving up energy demands at an astonishing pace.
Within just a few decades, the amount of...
Quantum computer chips pass key manufacturing test
Quantum computers promise to solve problems far beyond the reach of today’s most powerful supercomputers, but making them practical has been a challenge.
Now, a...
Why micro-LEDs could be the next big leap in screen technology
The glowing screens we use every day—from smartphones to televisions—are powered mostly by OLED technology, short for organic light-emitting diodes.
But another type of display,...
MIT engineers develop a magnetic transistor for more energy-efficient electronics
Transistors, the building blocks of modern electronics, are typically made of silicon.
Because it’s a semiconductor, this material can control the flow of electricity in...
Pocket-sized printer can make origami sensors anywhere
Imagine being able to print a medical sensor or an agricultural device right where you need it—whether in a hospital, a farm, a disaster...
Could an Apple watch really tell you if you have high blood pressure?
Apple has announced a package of health features, alongside the launch of the new Apple Watch Series 11, including an alert that the wearer may have high blood...