Proximity to nuclear power plants associated with increased cancer mortality

Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health finds older adults most affected, with 115,000 U.S. deaths linked.
Tiny gold spheres could improve solar energy harvesting

Researchers at Korea University develop gold supraballs, doubling solar absorption efficiency by capturing more sunlight wavelengths.
‘Incredibly resilient’ nylon device creates electricity under tonnes of pressure

RMIT University researchers developed a durable nylon film, generating electricity from compression, even after car impact.
Humidity-resistant hydrogen sensor can improve safety in large-scale clean energy

Chalmers University of Technology develops a platinum-based sensor, enhancing hydrogen detection in humid environments for safer energy.
Rethinking ultrasound gel: A natural solid pad for clearer, more comfortable imaging

Kindai University researchers develop tamarind seed gum gel pad, enhancing patient comfort and reducing operational costs.
Chung-Ang University scientists generate electricity using Tesla turbine-inspired structure

Chung-Ang University researchers develop innovative generator harnessing compressed air, achieving 800 V output without friction.
Scientists engineer unsinkable metal tubes

University of Rochester researchers develop superhydrophobic metal tubes, remaining buoyant despite damage, promising renewable energy applications.
Sculpting complex, 3D nanostructures with a focused ion beam

Researchers at RIKEN and collaborators develop innovative method to craft switchable diodes from topological magnets.
Scientists devise way to track space junk as it falls to Earth

Johns Hopkins University researchers use seismometers to track space debris, enhancing real-time location accuracy and retrieval efforts.
Oxford team engineer quantum-enabled proteins, opening a new frontier in biotechnology

University of Oxford researchers develop magneto-sensitive proteins, enhancing biomedical imaging and targeted drug delivery techniques.