Scientists create lead-free solar panels for homes, offices, and wearables

Researchers at University of Queensland (UQ) have developed a new type of indoor solar panel that is safer, more environmentally friendly, and highly efficient. This...

Scientists discover faster, greener way to recycle lithium-ion batteries

As the world uses more smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles, the demand for lithium-ion batteries is rising quickly. But recycling these batteries remains a major...

One device, two jobs: A solar cell that also shines like an LED

Imagine a screen that can power itself when you are not using it. Instead of just sitting idle, it could collect light from its surroundings...

Strange new shape boosts energy conversion by over 8 times

Every day, huge amounts of energy are wasted as heat. Cars release heat through their exhaust, factories lose heat during production, and even our...

Facial recognition data is a key to your identity. If stolen, you can’t just...

A woman strolls into a grocery store, thinking about grabbing some apples. Before she even reaches the produce aisle, a security camera has scanned...

Scientists turn electricity into sound in breakthrough quantum device

Scientists have created a new kind of quantum device that can turn electricity into something unusual: tiny packets of sound known as phonons. This breakthrough...

Can AI really measure beauty?

Can a computer really decide what is beautiful? A new study suggests the answer is not as simple as many people think. Researchers from the...

This new method could make jet engine parts more durable than ever

Parts used in aircraft engines, power plants, and other high-temperature machines must survive extreme stress for long periods of time. Many of these parts are...

Scientists create wearable sensor powered only by your body heat

Imagine a health-monitoring device that never needs charging or battery replacement. Scientists are now closer to that reality with a new system that can...

A simple shake could change the future of graphene production

Scientists have developed a new way to make ultra-thin materials like graphene using simple vibrations at room temperature. This method could make production much faster,...

Tiny water drops could revolutionize solar panel cleaning

Solar energy is growing quickly around the world, with more and more panels being installed every year. But there is a simple problem: dust and...

No batteries, no noise: Tiny tags turn everyday objects into smart trackers

Imagine turning your home into a smart system without charging devices or replacing batteries. Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology have created a clever new...

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Scientists develop star-based navigation system to replace GPS for drones

With GPS jamming attacks becoming more common in drone warfare, researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA) have developed a cutting-edge navigation system...

Octopus-inspired design could transform underwater vehicles

A team of engineers at the University of Iowa has developed a new underwater technology that takes inspiration from the incredible abilities of the...

As AI leader Nvidia posts record results, Warren Buffett’s made a surprise bet on...

The world’s most valuable publicly listed company, US microchip maker Nvidia, has reported record $US57 billion revenue in the third quarter of 2025, beating...

New protective layer could make zinc batteries last hundreds of times longer

As the world shifts toward renewable energy, finding ways to store large amounts of electricity efficiently has become a major focus. Lithium-ion batteries, while popular,...

Australia launches next-gen printed flexible solar cells into space

In a groundbreaking event on March 5th, Australia made a giant leap in space technology by launching advanced printed flexible solar cells into orbit. These...