Engineering

New sensor could detect particles 0.001 times smaller than wavelength of light

Recent advancements in sensor technology have pushed the limits of what can be detected, thanks to breakthroughs in photonics and materials science. One exciting area...

Scientists discover nanoparticle breakthrough to double clean water supply

Scientists have discovered a new way to dramatically increase the availability of clean drinking water worldwide using manganese ferrite nanoparticles. These tiny particles could revolutionize...

Scientists discover new materials to protect astronauts from radiation on Mars

Scientists have made an exciting discovery that could help protect astronauts from the dangerous cosmic radiation they would face on Mars. Because Mars lacks the...

Scientists create roadmap to design smart gels with extraordinary properties

Imagine a material that can change its shape, respond to light, or even act like an artificial muscle—all on demand. This is the promise of...

Scientists develop low-cost flexible metasurfaces to enhance optoelectronic devices

Metasurfaces, which are special two-dimensional materials, have the remarkable ability to manipulate how light and other electromagnetic waves behave. These engineered surfaces can be used...

Scientists create innovative perovskite crystals for advanced optical devices

Scientists have made an exciting breakthrough in the field of photonics by developing innovative perovskite crystals that can be used in advanced optical devices. These...

Revolutionary eco-friendly cooling device sets new efficiency record

Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) have developed a groundbreaking eco-friendly cooling device that could transform industries relying on...

Could we ever harness quantum vacuum energy?

The fabric of spacetime is roiling with vibrating quantum fields, known as the vacuum energy. It’s right there, everywhere we look. Could we ever get...

Chalk coating: A new way to stay cool in the summer heat

Imagine if your clothes could help keep you cool during the scorching summer heat. Athletes, landscapers, children playing outside, or anyone spending time in the...

New material could supercharge printed electronics and transform everyday objects

Imagine knowing your milk has gone bad without even opening the fridge. This might sound like science fiction, but it's a glimpse into the future...