Do super spikes really make athletes run faster?
New research suggests that high-tech running shoes, known as "super spikes," might significantly boost athletic performance.
Published in the International Journal of Sports Physiology and...
New discovery in Kagome metals could revolutionize future technologies
Researchers have discovered a unique phenomenon in a special type of metal called Kagome metal, named after a traditional Japanese basket-weaving pattern.
This metal's atomic...
Accidental discovery of super-black wood could revolutionize telescopes and consumer goods
Thanks to a surprising accident, researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) have created a new super-black material that absorbs almost all light.
This...
Liquid lithium loops: A new way to control fusion heat
Fusion energy promises to be a powerful and clean energy source, but controlling the intense heat in fusion reactors is a major challenge.
Researchers at...
New study reveals ‘super spikes’ can boost running speeds by 2%
A new study from the University of Massachusetts Amherst shows that advanced footwear technology (AFT) spikes, also known as super spikes, can improve runners'...
Scientists develop battery-free technology to power devices using ambient radio waves
A team of scientists from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has developed an innovative energy-harvesting module that can convert ambient radiofrequency (RF) signals,...
Scientists develop 3D-printed solar steam generators for efficient water desalination
To tackle the global challenge of freshwater scarcity, researchers in Singapore have developed a new type of solar steam generator (SSG) that uses the...
Scientists enhance thermal imaging for better medical, police, and military use
A new technique developed by University of Houston professor Jiming Bao promises to improve thermal imaging and infrared thermography.
These techniques, which help visualize temperature...
Engineers create smart valve to boost soft robots’ toughness
Engineers at the University of Sheffield have developed a new type of valve that enhances the resilience of soft robots, making them more durable...
Scientists develop device to harvest water from thin air
Imagine getting clean drinking water straight from the air, even in the driest places on Earth.
This dream is becoming a reality thanks to a...