How well can AI diagnose lung cancer?
Researchers developed an artificial intelligence tool that surpassed doctors in identifying patients at high risk of lung cancer from their…
Category: Engineering
New LED technology could make phone screens flexible
Scientists added soft molecules to a light-emitting polymer used in phone displays, so it could stretch to twice its original size while…
Modified solar cell produces power at night
Scientists installed a special generator onto an existing solar cell so it can use temperature changes to generate power from radiative…
Could sodium-ion batteries replace lithium-ion batteries in electronics?
Scientists designed a unique hybrid material that stores sodium, which could improve performance and reliability of sodium-ion batteries for…
New implantable device for fighting muscle atrophy
Scientists developed a new biomedical device that adheres to muscle tissue and delivers contractions, promoting tissue regeneration.
Building better robots
Scientists developed a new model to improve the gripping performance of electroadhesive clutches in robots. Their upgraded cyber-hand was…
Engineering bacteria to fight antibiotic-resistant strains
Scientists engineered live bacteria to fight other, harmful bacteria that cause lung infections. This could be another way to tackle…
Superconductivity in multi-layered graphene
Scientists discovered superconductivity in structures of four and five layers of graphene where alternating layers are twisted to a “magic…
New device converts mechanical energy into light
In automobiles, aircrafts, and other large machineries, it is extremely useful to have a way to detect the amount of force certain…
Biofilm technology for powering wearables
Scientists devised a new method for converting energy from evaporation into electricity, using sustainable microbial biofilms. This device…