Scientists unlock surprising clues to higher temperature superconductors
For over a century, scientists have been fascinated by superconductors—special materials that allow electricity to flow through them without losing any energy.
These materials can...
New quantum technology could lead to GPS-free navigation
Imagine a future where you don't need GPS to find your way.
Scientists are working on a new kind of motion sensor that could make...
Can meteor showers be dangerous to spacecraft
We’ve all read the advice, during a meteor shower there is no equipment needed.
All you need to do is lay back and wonder at...
Newer planes emit less carbon, but their contrails may be doing more harm to...
Modern airplanes are more fuel-efficient and produce less carbon than older models, but a new study reveals that they might be causing more environmental...
Scientists develop stress-free method for weighing mice using computer vision
A team of researchers led by Dr. Vivek Kumar at the Jackson Laboratory (JAX) has developed a groundbreaking method to weigh mice without causing...
Scientists develop new building material that captures carbon from the air
A groundbreaking new building material that can absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere has been developed by a student at University College London...
Engineers successfully test ‘swarm’ satellites for autonomous space navigation
In the future, instead of relying on large and costly individual satellites, groups of smaller satellites—known as a "swarm"—will work together to achieve greater...
Roofing highways with solar panels could cut emissions and boost road safety
Imagine driving down a highway with solar panels overhead, generating electricity and shielding you from rain or snow.
This futuristic idea could drastically reduce carbon...
New material for flexible electronics could reduce e-waste crisis
E-waste, or electronic waste, is a growing global problem that's getting worse as more new types of flexible electronics are produced.
These include devices for...
Scientists develop high-accuracy stretchable wearables with machine learning
Researchers at Yokohama National University have created a new type of wearable device that combines stretchable, soft materials with rigid electronic elements.
This innovative device...