Scientists break key barrier to cheaper green hydrogen production
Hydrogen is often described as a clean fuel of the future.
It can power trucks, help make fertilizer, and store large amounts of energy from...
New molecular “glue” makes next-generation solar panels stronger in the heat
Solar panels made from silicon are already common on rooftops and in large solar farms.
They are reliable and proven, but they are also getting...
New underwater exoskeleton cuts diver air use by nearly 23%
Moving through water is much harder than walking on land. Every kick of a diver’s legs has to push through thick resistance, which quickly...
This new material could make hydrogen cars safer and more reliable
Hydrogen fuel cells and water electrolyzers are key technologies for a cleaner energy future, but they rely on one small, often overlooked part to...
Scientists recreate 100 billion stars in a virtual Milky Way for the first time
Scientists have achieved something that once seemed nearly impossible: they have created the first computer simulation of the Milky Way that represents more than...
Smart bandage speeds up wound healing with AI
As a wound heals, it goes through several stages: clotting to stop bleeding, immune system response, scabbing, and scarring.
A wearable device called "a-Heal," designed...
Shrink-to-fit electronics could transform wearable tech and smart homes
Imagine drawing a simple circuit on a plastic sheet, heating it up, and watching it shrink into a tiny, perfectly shaped electronic device that...
Too much screen time may slow brain development and worsen ADHD symptoms in children
In today’s world, screens are everywhere. Children use them for learning, talking to friends, and having fun.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, young people have been...
New “cooling cloth” could replace air conditioning in summer
As heat waves become more intense around the world, scientists are looking for simple ways to help people stay cool without relying on air...
AI could detect pancreatic cancer more accurately than doctors
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous and deadly forms of cancer in the world. It is often called a “silent killer” because...
AI can diagnose mental health disease better than traditional tools
A new study has found that an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant can talk with people about their mental health and offer more accurate assessments...
Roblox set to start checking people’s ages. But it will need to do more...
Online gaming giant Roblox has just announced it will start checking users' ages from early December in an attempt to stop children and teenagers...
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Why Mastercard’s new face recognition payment system raises concerns
Mastercard's "smile to pay" system, announced last week, is supposed to save time for customers at checkouts.
It is being trialed in Brazil, with future...
This new method can predict Alzheimer’s disease with nearly 100% accuracy
In a new study from Kaunas University, Lithuania, researchers developed a deep learning-based method that can predict the possible onset of Alzheimer's disease from...
Scientists create soft robots that walk straight out of a 3D printer
Imagine printing a robot—and watching it walk away as soon as it’s finished. That’s exactly what scientists at the University of Edinburgh have done.
They’ve...
Elon Musk: Why Tesla’s autopilot is unique
According to Tesla, autopilot introduces new features and improves existing functionality to make your car safer and more capable over time.
Autopilot enables your car to...
New biodegradable papertronics could make traditional circuits greener
In a world buzzing with gadgets and gizmos, from smart food packaging to health-monitoring bandages, the need for environment-friendly electronics is more pressing than...