Scientists find 1,000s-year-old human DNA hidden in cave walls

Scientists have made an exciting discovery that could change the way we study human history. For the first time, researchers have shown that ancient human...

New membrane could cut oil refinery energy use by nearly one-third

A team of international researchers has developed a simple membrane that could make crude oil refining much more energy efficient. Instead of relying only on...

Friendly AI robots may help reduce children’s anxiety at doctor visits, study finds

For many young children, a visit to the doctor's office can be stressful. They may worry about getting a shot, having blood taken, or meeting...

AI Can Find Hidden Sign of Sudden Cardiac Death

Every year, sudden cardiac arrest claims more than 300,000 lives in the United States. Unlike a heart attack, which is usually caused by a blocked...

New AI design tool could cut building materials by up to 90%

The construction industry is one of the world's largest sources of carbon emissions. In 2022, making construction materials such as steel, concrete, and timber produced...

Why electric trucks may soon overtake diesel in major cities

Electric trucks may be much closer to becoming the new normal than many people think. According to a new report from C40 Cities, the University...

Swarm robots inspired by bees and ants could transform the future of mining

Researchers at Adelaide University have developed a new type of robotic system inspired by bees and ants that could make mining safer, more efficient...

This exoskeleton and robot system could cut factory lifting strain by 65%

Factories are increasingly using robots to help workers complete difficult and repetitive tasks. However, in many workplaces, people and robots still work separately for...

This landing pad design could make future air taxis much quieter

Electric air taxis and delivery drones could soon become a common sight in cities around the world. These aircraft promise faster travel, less traffic on...

Why lithium-ion batteries are reaching their limits—and what’s coming next

Lithium-ion batteries power many of the devices we use every day, from smartphones and laptops to electric cars. They have helped shape the modern world,...

Scientists create revolutionary pixel that works as both camera and display

Pixels are one of the building blocks of modern technology. They create the images we see on television screens, smartphones, and computer monitors. They also...

Australia’s under-16 social media ban has had little immediate impact, study finds

Australia became the first country in the world to introduce a nationwide law aimed at preventing children under the age of 16 from having...

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Ancient dinosaur footprints reveal surprising herding behavior

New dinosaur footprints found in Canada suggest that different species of dinosaurs may have traveled together in herds—similar to how zebras and wildebeest move...

Origami packaging: A sustainable alternative to plastic

A team of Finnish researchers has developed a groundbreaking technology that uses origami-inspired folding techniques to create sustainable, fiber-based packaging materials. Led by the VTT...

How much does a cloud weigh

Imagine 300 midsize cars floating above your head -- that's how much your average fluffy cloud weighs. So why doesn't it come crashing down...

Scientists use modified silk to create new nonstick surfaces

Researchers have developed a method to make silk-based materials that don’t stick to water, or almost anything else that contains water. The modified silk, which...

From trash to treasure: Scientists turn carbon fiber waste into medical gold

A team of researchers from the University of Southern California (USC) has developed a breakthrough way to recycle carbon fiber composites, commonly used in...