Can desert sand be used to build houses and roads?
Researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology develop eco-friendly concrete using desert sand and plant additives.
Evidence of a subsurface lava tube on Venus
University of Trento researchers uncover kilometre-wide Venusian lava tube, using NASA’s Magellan radar data analysis.
Team develops smart synthetic material inspired by octopus skin
Penn State researchers create multifunctional smart skin that adapts to stimuli, enabling camouflage and information encryption.
Dream engineering can help solve ‘puzzling’ questions
Northwestern University researchers found targeted memory reactivation during REM sleep enhances creative problem-solving in dreams.
New railway joint to reduce disruptions across the network
Graz University of Technology pioneers robust insulated joints, doubling service life and enhancing railway reliability in Austria.
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.
What ice-fishing competitions reveal about human decision-making
Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland study 16,055 decisions to understand social influence on anglers.
Scientists engineer unsinkable metal tubes
University of Rochester researchers develop superhydrophobic metal tubes, remaining buoyant despite damage, promising renewable energy applications.
96% accurate footprint tracker for tiny mammals could help reveal ecosystem health
Duke University researchers develop non-invasive method distinguishing cryptic species, offering early ecological disturbance warnings.