New egg-white–inspired material could help electronics stay cooler and safer
Researchers in South Korea have developed a new lightweight, low-cost material that can dissipate heat much more efficiently than many existing cooling materials.
The breakthrough,...
New breakthrough lowers ceramic cell production temperature by over 500°c
As global energy demands grow—especially with the rapid expansion of AI technology—scientists are looking for cleaner, more efficient power sources.
One promising option is the...
Plastic chemicals in food and bottles may cause chronic skin inflammation
A new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine has found that certain chemicals often found in plastic bottles and ultra-processed foods may play a role...
New insect-like microrobot can fly as fast and agile as a bumblebee
Tiny flying robots may soon help rescue people trapped after earthquakes or explore dangerous, hard-to-reach places.
But until now, these microrobots were slow, fragile, and...
Scientists discover that human hair grows by being pulled, not pushed
For decades, biology textbooks have taught that human hair grows because new cells in the hair root divide and push older cells upward, making...
New fish-inspired filter could remove 99% of microplastics from washing machine water
Scientists in Germany have created a new filter that can remove more than 99% of microplastics from washing machine wastewater, offering a promising way...
Scientists capture the first high-detail “real-time” images of stars exploding
Astronomers have captured the most detailed close-up images ever taken of stars exploding, known as novae.
These pictures were taken within days of the eruptions...
Throw out these 19 cookware items that may contain dangerous lead, FDA warns
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an important warning about a growing list of pots and pans that may release dangerous...
Everyday chemicals may harm blood sugar after weight-loss surgery
A new study from the University of Southern California (USC) has found that exposure to certain man-made chemicals called PFAS may reduce the benefits...
AI could transform how doctors detect brain diseases on MRI scans
A new artificial intelligence system may soon help doctors find serious brain problems faster and more accurately.
This technology, created by researchers at King’s College...
New ultra-thin material could make AI chips faster, cooler, and far more energy efficient
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the world—but it’s also consuming enormous amounts of energy.
Data centers powering AI models rely on thousands of computer chips...
New tech could shield space electronics from deadly cosmic radiation
Modern life depends heavily on electronics that can survive in extreme environments.
Satellites that provide TV broadcasts, GPS signals, phone services and internet must operate...
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Why nuclear batteries offer a new approach to carbon-free energy
We may be on the brink of a new paradigm for nuclear power, a group of nuclear specialists suggested recently in The Bridge, the...
What’s really going on with sharks in New York waters? Scientists weigh in
Ever wonder what's going on with sharks near New York's beaches?
You may have heard rumors or news reports about more sharks getting close to...
Scientists find hidden plastics in the sea
Imagine millions of tons of plastic waste, like water bottles, food wrappers, and clothes, getting tossed into the ocean every year.
Over time, the sun's...
Scientists discover how to tame turbulent flows
Imagine you're watching the wild, swirling motions of a river in flood or the billowing clouds of smoke from a jet engine.
It all seems...
Dogs vs. Pigs: Only dogs form true bonds with humans, study finds
Researchers at the ELTE Department of Ethology in Budapest have discovered that while pigs are social animals, they do not form the same attachment...