Revolutionizing sound and sensors with new metamaterial
In a new study, researchers from AMOLF, together with their international colleagues from Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, have developed a unique type of material...
From Star Trek to reality: scientists use radar to turn cars into health monitoring...
A team of clever scientists at the University of Waterloo has drawn inspiration from the futuristic medical bay of the USS Enterprise in "Star...
Harnessing sound with function phononic crystals
Ever wondered how animals like cats can see so well in the dark? Their secret lies in a special layer behind their retinas called...
Researchers create eco-friendly LEDs based on copper–iodide clusters
Scientists at the University of Science and Technology of China, led by Prof. Yao Hongbin, have made a big leap in lighting technology by...
Liquid iron flow battery could revolutionize energy storage, shows study
Researchers at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have made a breakthrough in energy storage technology with the development of a new type of battery...
Scientists on the brink of creating a material tougher than diamond
Diamonds are famous for being the hardest natural material on Earth.
However, scientists have predicted there's something even tougher called BC8, a special form of...
Making clothes smart: a breakthrough from Singapore
In Singapore, scientists have made a big leap forward by creating ultra-thin threads that could turn regular clothes into smart electronics. Imagine wearing a...
A nano boost: 2D materials enhance carbon nanotube light emission
In the ever-evolving world of nanotechnology, a breakthrough has emerged from the laboratories of the RIKEN Nanoscale Quantum Photonics Laboratory, led by Yuichiro Kato.
Researchers...
Cool breezes in the city: How Kirigami is changing urban ventilation
Imagine a bustling city street, with skyscrapers towering above, creating what's known as an urban canyon.
These areas can get really hot and stuffy, especially...
Scientists harness mini magnetic whirls to revolutionize future gadgets
In a groundbreaking effort, scientists from A*STAR and the National University of Singapore have introduced a cutting-edge technology that might just change the way...