Microscopic machines powered by light are a “double threat” to bacteria and could help combat the growing problem of drug resistance.
Becki Robins
Becki Robins writes about science, nature, history, and travel. Her work has appeared in Undark.org, The Atlantic, Scientific American, and others.
Low-cost, portable test detects heavy metals in water
Using electrochemical sensors, this new device can be used to combat water pollution by detecting heavy metals, like lead.
Wearable patch monitors blood sugar via sweat
An energy-harvesting wearable patch continuously monitors blood sugar levels via sweat to prevent hypoglycemic events in diabetic patients.
Smart wearable device monitors high-risk postpartum women
A cloud-integrated wearable device could help catch postpartum problems during those critical first weeks after delivery.
Killing cancer cells with a molecular jackhammer
Mechanical therapy physically breaks down cancer cells and could help overcome the problem of treatment resistance.
New study reveals surprising impact of screen time on the developing brain
Researchers have found a trade-off with screen time and the cognition, behavior, and brains volume of adolescent and young children.
An artificial nose that sniffs like a wine taster
Precisely copying the capabilities of a biological nose with an artificial one is a lofty but potentially world-changing goal.
Fitness trackers powered by sweat
The generator harnesses energy from water and is built with a fiberform material derived from the straps of disposable medical masks.
A nanogenerator that captures the energy of falling water
This nanogenerator built from waste DVDs can generate electricity from gliding droplets of water.
Protecting IoT devices using radio waves to shield them from hackers
A cutting-edge security system for IoT devices uses physical layer security to make personal data significantly more difficult to hack.