Electronics

Would you pay to quit TikTok and Instagram? You’d be surprised how many would

Social media is a problem for economists. They don't know how to value it. It has long been argued that it ought to be in...

Massive IT outage spotlights major vulnerabilities in the global information ecosystem

The global information technology outage on July 19, 2024, that paralyzed organizations ranging from airlines to hospitals and even the delivery of uniforms for...

Stretchable electronics could soon hit the market thanks to new production process

Electronics have come a long way from simply enhancing our daily lives to becoming an essential part of them. We are already familiar with wearable...

Scientists develop new material to extend battery life in small electronics

Researchers have achieved significant milestones in creating a high-quality thin film conductor, paving the way for longer-lasting batteries in wearable electronics and other small...

New organic nanoparticles offer versatile applications in science and technology

Nanoparticles are tiny particles that have many different uses, from delivering medicine to improving electronics and cleaning the air. Because they are so small and...

Scientists develop robust molecule to boost performance and stability of organic electronics

Chemists at RIKEN have developed a new molecule that significantly enhances the performance of organic electronic devices while being more stable than previous alternatives. This...

Scientists create smart sportswear to keep you dry and comfortable

With the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games approaching, excitement is building, but intense summer workouts often make sportswear clingy and uncomfortable due to excessive...

5G doesn’t affect your health—here are five points to put your mind at ease

Right now, you are reading these lines on the screen of a mobile phone, tablet, or computer. For decades now, our access to huge amounts...

Scientists develop new camera inspired by the human eye for better robotic vision

A team of computer scientists from the University of Maryland has created a new camera mechanism that enhances how robots perceive and respond to...

New 3D stretchable electronic strip could revolutionize wearable tech

Researchers at Nottingham Trent University have developed a groundbreaking 3D stretchable electronic strip, potentially revolutionizing wearable electronic textiles. This new technology could pave the way...