Scientists develop transparent solar cells to power devices through glass
Imagine charging your smartphone directly from its screen or powering buildings and cars through their windows.
This is now possible thanks to new transparent solar...
Scientists unlock new technique to boost performance of alternative batteries
As the world’s demand for energy storage grows, the supply of lithium—a key component in most batteries—is becoming limited and more expensive.
This has led...
Scientists develop flexible sensors that mimic human skin for future technology
Imagine wearing a smart sensor on your skin that can detect the slightest touch, pressure, or temperature.
This futuristic technology, which could be used in...
New fingertip device brings realistic touch to virtual interactions and medical tools
A new fingertip device developed by researchers at University College London (UCL) mimics the sensation of real touch, opening up exciting possibilities for medical...
Scientists develop new materials to keep electronics cool and boost performance
As we rely more on smartphones, electric cars, and other high-tech devices, one major challenge is keeping them from overheating.
When electronics get too hot,...
Scientists save 47 years old of Voyager 1 from disaster with daring thruster fix
NASA engineers have successfully solved a tricky issue with Voyager 1's thrusters, which are crucial to keeping the spacecraft pointed at Earth.
After 47 years...
Scientists develop solar-powered device to turn seawater into fresh drinking water
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have created an energy-efficient device that uses solar power to convert seawater into fresh drinking water.
This new technology...
New semiconductor breakthrough could power future displays and devices
A team of Korean researchers has developed new p-type semiconductor materials and thin-film transistors that could lead to major innovations in next-generation displays and...
How building dams to prevent flooding can make it worse
A new study reveals that building dams to protect coastal areas from flooding may actually lead to even worse flood events.
The research, published in...
Scientists unravel the mystery of alumina’s surface structure after 50 years
Researchers have finally solved a scientific puzzle that has stumped experts for more than half a century—the structure of aluminum oxide (Al2O3), also known...