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Scientists created a biodegradable robotic arm and controller using pork gelatin and plant cellulose, which performed well in tests and decomposed in soil within weeks, offering potential for eco-friendly robots in hazardous waste management and medical applications.
Researchers at Rice University observed a superradiant phase transition (SRPT) for the first time, breaking a 50-year quantum barrier. The discovery occurred in an erbium-iron-oxygen crystal cooled to -457°F under a strong...
Syntis Bio's new drug demonstrated 1% weekly weight loss in rats over six weeks without muscle loss, and a small human study found it safe with potential metabolic benefits, showing promise for effective weight management.
A new "invisibility cloak" technique for neural grafts shows promise in treating Parkinson's disease without immune rejection. Tested in rats, the engineered neurons eliminated Parkinson's symptoms and avoided detection by the...
Researchers at Technion discovered a new form of quantum entanglement in photons' total angular momentum within nanoscale structures. This breakthrough could lead to miniaturization of quantum communication and computing...
The Swedish-developed flexible battery uses liquid electrodes made from conjugated polymers and lignin, allowing it to take any shape, maintain performance after 500 charge cycles, and stretch to double its length while still...
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University of Maryland researchers developed a water-based battery electrolyte system that operates at 0.0-4.9V, retains performance after 2,000 cycles, and could enable high-energy-density aqueous batteries for electric aviation...
Crows demonstrate an impressive ability to distinguish shapes based on geometric properties, according to new research. The birds can identify outliers among various shapes, even when differences are subtle, without additional...
SorbiForce, a Ukrainian startup, has created a sustainable, metal-free battery using agricultural waste and carbon that lasts 30 years and 6,000 cycles, offering a nonflammable, non-toxic, and 95% biodegradable alternative to...
Vanguard-1, Earth's oldest orbiting artificial satellite, may return home after 70 years. Booz Allen Hamilton proposes a two-phase mission: inspection followed by potential capture. If retrieved, the satellite could be studied...
Japanese scientists have developed a biodegradable plastic alternative made from paper that could replace single-use plastics. The material is clear, moldable, and disappears within a year even in deep ocean environments,...
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope revealed that a cosmic event, previously believed to be a star engulfing its planet, was actually a Jupiter-sized planet spiraling into its sun about 12,000 light-years from Earth. The collision...
Maxwell Labs is creating a new chip cooling technique using lasers and gallium arsenide plates to target processor hotspots, aiming to boost performance and energy efficiency, but faces challenges before commercialization.
Lego's new $1 billion Vietnamese factory, powered by solar panels and batteries, aims for 100% clean energy by 2026, featuring sustainable practices and supplying Asian markets while reducing the company's carbon footprint.
Neutrino mass has been further constrained by the KATRIN experiment, which found the subatomic particles have a mass less than 0.45 electron volts. This nearly halves the previous upper limit, bringing scientists closer to...
A novel AI method drastically cuts the time required to identify complex quantum phases in materials from months to minutes. Developed by Emory and Yale researchers, it combines machine learning with simulated data to detect...
Researchers have developed technology allowing people to interact with 3D holograms, bringing a sci-fi concept into reality. This breakthrough could potentially revolutionize fields like virtual communication, entertainment, and...
A massive new detector called MATHUSLA, costing $44.5 million, will be installed above the Large Hadron Collider to search for elusive long-lived particles. The 131-foot wide detector aims to uncover new physics beyond the...
Scientists observed capillary instability in an ultradilute quantum gas for the first time. This discovery of "quantum rain" in a self-bound droplet of ultracold atoms provides new insights into quantum liquids and could lead to...
X-ray analysis by Chinese researchers revealed how electrode structure affects electrolyte wetting in lithium-ion batteries, showing that manufacturing processes impact wetting by reducing porosity and trapping gases, potentially...
GRIP-tape, a robotic gripper developed by UC San Diego engineers, uses flexible metal strips inspired by measuring tape to gently handle delicate objects, providing a cost-effective solution for agricultural automation and...
Lunar construction presents major challenges due to extreme temperatures, lack of atmosphere, and low gravity. Scientists are developing virtual welding tools to simulate and optimize metal-joining techniques for building...
Two British firms, First Light Fusion and Frazer-Nash Consultancy, have partnered to accelerate innovation in fusion energy technology. The collaboration aims to develop critical technologies, enhance commercial viability, and...
Scientists are experimenting with strengthening or weakening memories in the brain. By applying electric zaps to the hippocampus, researchers improved memory test performance by 35-40%, while other studies hint at the possibility...