Cooling paint harvests water from thin air
University of Sydney researchers develop energy-free coating, reflecting 97% sunlight, offering sustainable water and cooling solutions.
Powered by mushrooms, living computers are on the rise
Researchers at The Ohio State University explore mushroom-based computing, offering eco-friendly alternatives to traditional semiconductors.
Scientists reveal it is possible to beam up quantum signals to satellites
University of Technology Sydney researchers demonstrate uplink feasibility, overcoming challenges of signal loss and interference.
Henna’s hidden healing: Treating fibrosis with a chemical derived from Lawsonia inermis
Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University explore Lawsone’s potential to reverse liver fibrosis, impacting millions worldwide.
Mapping the missing green: An AI framework boosts urban greening in Tokyo
Chiba University researchers use AI to identify priority zones for vertical greenery, enhancing urban resilience and equity.
Ancient lead exposure shaped evolution of human brain
Southern Cross University research reveals two million years of lead exposure influenced hominid brain development and language.
Invisible poison: Airborne mercury from gold mining is contaminating African food crops, new study warns
Queens University researchers reveal mercury uptake through leaves is contaminating staple crops, raising health concerns.
Lighting the way for electric vehicles by using streetlamps as chargers
Penn State researchers retrofit streetlights as EV chargers, enhancing accessibility and reducing installation costs in urban areas.
In a surprising discovery, scientists find tiny loops in the genomes of dividing cells
Researchers at MIT reveal persistent 3D loops during mitosis, challenging previous beliefs about genome structure retention.
Cycling ‘near misses’ in London worst at rush hour and on roads without dedicated infrastructure
University College London study reveals 69% of near misses occur on roads lacking cycling infrastructure, highlighting safety concerns.