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Windows that cool themselves could cut AC costs
This new high-tech window glass reflects heat and radiates excess warmth into space, slashing air conditioning energy use by up to 40%.
Heart attack and liver cancer early warning system powered by AI and nanotech
The system detects biomarkers for life-threatening diseases, such as heart attacks and cancer, enabling timely medical intervention.
A marker pen loaded with pufferfish toxin could help treat chronic pain
Scientists have developed a marker pen to deliver tetrodotoxin, a powerful neurotoxin found in pufferfish, to treat severe skin pain.
Light-activated therapy and antibiotics join forces to improve in situ cancer vaccines
Scientists integrate light therapy and antibiotics into a single platform to help the body create its own tumor vaccine.
Plant-based hydrogel harvests water from air, addressing global water scarcity
A new hydrogel extracts water from the air, offering a sustainable alternative to bottled water and addressing global water shortages.
Butterflies inspire magnetic robots that fly more efficiently
Monarch butterflies have inspired the design of 3D-printed robotic wings that rely on magnetic fields to generate their delicate movements.
How gamma rays developed the chemical complexity of the cosmos
Researchers have built a better picture of how complex molecules developed in the early Universe before becoming essential for life.
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New AI tech predicts rare epileptic seizures
Preventing sudden and unexpected death hinges on accurately predicting the onset of epileptic seizures, even those with the rarest occurrences.
Study challenges theory of population collapse on Easter Island
Satellite imagery suggests that islanders lived sustainably rather than overexploiting resources.
Galactic winds from black holes found to influence the evolution of galaxies
Astronomers have discovered that black holes trigger the formation of galactic winds that greatly influence star formation.
AI trained on brain scans could better predict mental health issues in adolescents
A neural network was able to evaluate connections between brain structure and clinical data to predict psychiatric disorders in youth.
Scientists create the largest nonlinear photonic crystal to date
Their unprecedented control over light will lead to breakthroughs in telecommunications, medical imaging, and quantum computing.
AI and robotics join forces to revamp how medications are made
Scientists are speeding up drug formulation to breath new life into old medications and reduce risk of clinical trial failure.
Could adding extra dimensions help solve the quantum gravity puzzle?
Adding extra dimensions to a theory known as “fuzzy gravity” may help bridge the gap between quantum mechanics and relativity.
Misinformation spreads like a nuclear reaction on the internet
The new model simulating nuclear fission replicates the start and spread of rumors founded in misinformation.
The threat beneath our feet: How soil microbes are losing the battle against crop disease
Just like our gut has helpful microbes, so too does the soil around plant roots. But what happens when antibiotics disrupt this balance?
Paul Meredith: “I’ve never seen what I do as work”
The Swansea-based materials physicist talks about the role of energy materials in mitigating climate change, his love of sports, and how his passion for science helps it to blend seamlessly into his life.
Stefano Passerini: Long-time storage of renewable energy
Celebrating “10 years of Advanced Energy Materials Research,” we chatted with Stefano Passerini, Director of the HIU about his career, concerning trends in battery science, and how Dante has influenced his development.
Yang Yang: Challenges and opportunities always go hand-in-hand
The material physicist on having fun and enjoying research, accepting challenges as opportunities, and supporting young talent in the field.
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Tiny vesicles could help prevent amputations in diabetic patients
This safer, non-surgical treatment for diabetic limb ischemia could help patients with severe blood flow complications.
Parkinson’s drug helps alleviate nicotine withdrawal symptoms
Researchers discover that a Parkinson’s drug, procyclidine, can reduce physical nicotine withdrawal symptoms, such as tremors and immobility.
Scientists report airborne bacteria found in garbage may age our blood vessels
Pathogenic bioaerosols detected at household garbage collection sites may contribute to vascular aging with high chronic exposure.
Liver protein linked to weight loss during intermittent fasting
The protein helps convert white fat tissue into calorie-burning beige fat, providing a potential target for weight loss and obesity treatments.
Quantum entanglement allows scientists to track time more accurately
Scientists have built atomic clocks with unprecedented levels of precision by harnessing quantum entanglement.
A robot made from radish sprouts and the rise of plant-based machines
Radish sprouts power a new wave of eco-friendly robots that move, grow, and could even be eaten after their work is done.
3D-printed ceramics bring quantum tech one step closer to the reality
3D-printed ceramics enable smaller, more stable quantum devices for applications in quantum computing, sensing, and communications.
Remote-controlled robot is changing the game for endoscopes
A new teleoperated robot makes it possible to perform endoscopes remotely, making the procedure available in underserviced regions.
The rate of human-driven global warming is at a record high
Global warming caused by human action has continued to increase, even though climate action has slowed the rise in greenhouse gas emissions.
Cool colors, cooler cities: New coating offers solution for urban heat islands
A new approach to radiative cooling blends practicality with aesthetics, advancing this crucial technology for a warming world.
An eco-friendly putty made from vegetable oil boosts coral reef recovery
This ocean-safe putty was designed to help seed new coral reefs, offering a much-needed replacement for hardware store products.
These plant-based robots will help with reforestation
A biohybrid robot made from oats moves in response to humidity and is being tested as a biodegradable vector for reforestation efforts.
A Big Ring in the sky challenges modern cosmology
The discovery of colossal structures like the Big Ring is reshaping established theories about the physics of the Universe.
Anti-aging for lasers: Gallium nitride lasers get a longevity boost
Scientists have uncovered the cause of rapid degradation in powerful gallium nitride lasers and develop a solution to extend their lifespan.
A working quantum battery may be just around the corner
Scientists create designs for quantum batteries, which harness the potential of quantum mechanics to enhance energy storage.
Could adding extra dimensions help solve the quantum gravity puzzle?
Adding extra dimensions to a theory known as “fuzzy gravity” may help bridge the gap between quantum mechanics and relativity.