New double-skin façade with microalgae could make buildings energy-independent
As buildings account for a significant portion of global CO2 emissions, finding ways to reduce their environmental impact is crucial.
In response, researchers from the...
New hybrid patch sticks 70x stronger without chemicals, reducing cracks and skin irritation
Researchers have developed an innovative hybrid patch that prevents cracks and offers 70 times stronger adhesion than traditional adhesives—without using any chemical adhesives.
This breakthrough...
Gold structures could stop your smartphone from overheating
Have you ever noticed your smartphone or computer getting hot after using it for a while?
This happens because as electronic devices process and store...
This bendable, self-healing concrete could revolutionize winter roads
Concrete is one of the most-used materials in the U.S., second only to water. Unfortunately, its production is responsible for 8-10% of carbon dioxide...
Scientists uncover secrets to more stable and efficient solar cell materials
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have made a significant breakthrough in the quest for better materials for solar cells.
Using advanced computer...
Scientists find new way to recycle waste heat with thermoelectric semiconductors
A research team has developed a groundbreaking technology that could help recycle waste heat from industrial and transportation sectors like factories, cars, and ships.
By...
Scientists create new material that generates electricity from pressure
Imagine a future where tires charge vehicles as they drive, streetlights are powered by traffic vibrations, or skyscrapers generate electricity as they sway.
Thanks to...
Scientists discover new diamond bonding method for future electronics and quantum devices
Researchers from the University of Chicago have made an exciting discovery that could improve the use of synthetic diamonds in both quantum and conventional...
Scientists 3D print lightweight metal for super-hot turbine engines
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and the National Energy Technology Laboratory have developed and 3D printed a new lightweight metal alloy that...
Scientists develop new carbon-free method to revolutionize cement production
Cement production is responsible for nearly 8% of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, but researchers at UCLA’s Institute for Carbon Management (ICM) have developed...