Research explores human factors in general aviation plane crashes
University study surveyed ~200 general aviation pilots: inflight loss-of-control often stems from pilot errors—poor planning, skills, training—suggesting enhanced simulator training.
Window-sized device taps the air for safe drinking water
MIT researchers develop a hydrogel-based water harvester, capturing clean water even in arid desert conditions.
Methanol poisoning could be easily detected with a ‘breathalyzer’ sensor
University of Adelaide researchers develop innovative sensor using graphene, detecting methanol at 50 parts per billion.
Viral mouth-taping trend ‘sus’ says Canadian sleep expert
Western University researchers warn mouth-taping during sleep poses suffocation risk, worsening sleep apnea symptoms significantly.
New sodium fuel cell could enable electric aviation
MIT researchers develop sodium-air fuel cells offering triple the energy density of current lithium-ion batteries.
Electronic face tattoo gauges mental strain
University of Texas researchers develop low-cost, wireless e-tattoo for personalised mental workload monitoring and prediction.
Researchers discover new security vulnerability in Intel processors
ETH Zurich uncovers critical Intel processor flaw, highlighting potential risks in cloud environments with shared hardware.
Modifiable pedestrian and roadside facilities reduce crash likelihood
Incheon National University researchers demonstrate pedestrian and roadside facilities – modifiable during maintenance – reduce crashes more effectively.
Novel lactation pad measures safe painkiller levels in mother’s milk real-time
University of Southern California researchers develop innovative pads, detecting acetaminophen levels to ensure breastfeeding infant safety.
Concerning chemicals from climbing shoes accumulate in indoor halls
University of Vienna researchers find climbing shoe rubber contains harmful compounds, with concentrations surpassing busy streets.