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The Encyclopedia of Science's Frontier

Category: What new technology is coming around the corner?

How does nature inspire technology? What new technology should we expect to come around the corner? What will they think of next?
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New LED technology could make phone screens flexible

Posted on July 31, 2023July 31, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

Scientists added soft molecules to a light-emitting polymer used in phone displays, so it could stretch to twice its original size while…

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    Can wearable AI predict depression?

    Posted on July 17, 2023July 19, 2023 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

    Researchers analyzed the use of wearable AI in detecting and predicting depression. They suggested several ways to improve the technology…

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      A biological artist for modified DNA molecules

      Posted on June 29, 2023June 15, 2023 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

      Researchers developed a tool to visualize changes in DNA data from new sequencing technology. Their tool will help scientists "see" how…

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        Modified solar cell produces power at night

        Posted on June 8, 2023May 26, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

        Scientists installed a special generator onto an existing solar cell so it can use temperature changes to generate power from radiative…

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          A safer approach to gene editing

          Posted on May 18, 2023June 12, 2023 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

          Researchers used virus proteins to deliver the CRISPR system into cells for faster and safer gene editing.

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            Could sodium-ion batteries replace lithium-ion batteries in electronics?

            Posted on April 17, 2023April 17, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

            Scientists designed a unique hybrid material that stores sodium, which could improve performance and reliability of sodium-ion batteries for…

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              New implantable device for fighting muscle atrophy

              Posted on March 27, 2023April 17, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

              Scientists developed a new biomedical device that adheres to muscle tissue and delivers contractions, promoting tissue regeneration.

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                Building better robots

                Posted on February 23, 2023February 22, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

                Scientists developed a new model to improve the gripping performance of electroadhesive clutches in robots. Their upgraded cyber-hand was…

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                  Superconductivity in multi-layered graphene

                  Posted on February 2, 2023January 19, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

                  Scientists discovered superconductivity in structures of four and five layers of graphene where alternating layers are twisted to a “magic…

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                    New device converts mechanical energy into light

                    Posted on December 5, 2022December 2, 2022 by Melisa Yashinski

                    In automobiles, aircrafts, and other large machineries, it is extremely useful to have a way to detect the amount of force certain…

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