Cockroach cyborgs navigate with light-driven helmets
University of Osaka researchers use UV light helmets to steer cockroaches, achieving 94% maze escape success rate.
Sleepy greens: Melatonin microinjectors extend veggie shelf life
MIT and SMART researchers use biodegradable microneedles to inject melatonin, extending pak choy’s shelf life significantly.
Researchers discover new security vulnerability in Intel processors
ETH Zurich uncovers critical Intel processor flaw, highlighting potential risks in cloud environments with shared hardware.
Breakthrough device detects airborne signs of disease
Researchers at the University of Chicago develop a compact device capturing airborne molecules for non-invasive medical diagnostics.
Tiny light-powered evaporator bot purifies water
Jilin University develops solar-powered robot, autonomously navigating water surfaces, utilising hybrid materials for enhanced purification.
A one-pixel camera for recording holographic movies
Kobe University develops a groundbreaking camera that records 3D holograms through tissues, using high-speed micromirrors.
New technique rapidly measures cells’ density, reflecting health
MIT researchers say knowing density will help predict immunotherapy effectiveness and drug response in patients.
Neuromorphic chip sees, thinks and remembers, without external computer
RMIT University engineers mimic human brain functions in next-gen vision chip for advanced robotics applications.
Lightweight mirrors set to reduce solar thermal costs by 40 percent
University of South Australia is building a demo power plant with easily transportable alternative to traditional glass-based mirrors.
Smart bandage detects infection days in advance
Caltech and USC researchers develop innovative bandage that accelerates healing by applying medication and electrical fields.