Scientists unravel the mystery of ‘black ice’ on train tracks
Every autumn and winter, train tracks become surprisingly slippery, leading to delays that frustrate passengers and cost the rail industry millions.
But what causes this...
Scientists create smart clothes for personal temperature control
Imagine being able to control the temperature of your clothes as easily as adjusting a thermostat, keeping you cool in the summer heat or...
Scientists make breakthrough in creating super materials with 3D printing
Imagine having a superhero suit that is both super strong and can stretch without tearing. That's the kind of breakthrough scientists at the University...
Revolutionary ‘frozen smoke’ sensors: a leap forward in indoor air quality monitoring
In a new development, researchers at the University of Cambridge, in collaboration with colleagues at Warwick University, have unveiled a new type of sensor...
Sticking the future together: A breakthrough in 2D material technology
In a pioneering effort that promises to reshape the landscape of future technologies, a research team from Kyushu University, alongside the Japanese company Nitto...
Scientists create a chameleon material that changes shape and strength on demand
Imagine a material that can change its shape and how hard or soft it is, just like magic. This isn't a scene from a...
Self-extinguishing batteries could reduce the risk of deadly and costly battery fires
In a newly published study in Nature Sustainability, we describe our design for a self-extinguishing rechargeable battery.
It replaces the most commonly used electrolyte, which...
Researchers develop more sensitive quantum sensing devices
In an exciting development in the field of quantum technology, a team of researchers from MIT and other institutions has made a significant breakthrough...
Sly shape-shifting octopus ignites advances in stealth technology
In the depths of the Western and Indian Oceans, the greater blue-ringed octopus is a marvel of nature, known for its incredible ability to...
Scientists unravel chemical puzzle to boost next-gen lithium-sulfur batteries
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize the battery world, potentially making our gadgets last much longer and reducing environmental harm.
Led by...