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Sciworthy

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The Encyclopedia of Science's Frontier

Category: Engineering

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New way to find geothermal energy

Posted on June 19, 2025June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

Scientists used an exploration approach developed by the oil industry to track down geothermal energy sources.

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    Natural materials to support green energy

    Posted on June 5, 2025June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

    Scientists recycled discarded eggshells to capture rare earth elements used in green energy technology.

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      Scientists use fungal networks to improve robotics

      Posted on January 13, 2025June 25, 2025 by Sciworthy

      Researchers found robots attached to a network of king oyster mushrooms interacted more closely with their environment.

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        Gamers characterize human gut microbes

        Posted on November 18, 2024June 25, 2025 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

        Researchers developed a video game that allows non-scientists to assist in analyzing genome sequences of microorganisms in the human…

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          Researchers develop new eco-friendly fashion

          Posted on November 11, 2024June 26, 2025 by Bhargabi Banerjee

          Scientists modified bacteria to produce an eco-friendly, self-coloring leather substitute, in a step toward sustainable fashion.

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            How well can AI diagnose lung cancer?

            Posted on October 2, 2023December 4, 2023 by Ankita Murmu

            Researchers developed an artificial intelligence tool that surpassed doctors in identifying patients at high risk of lung cancer from their…

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              New LED technology could make phone screens flexible

              Posted on July 31, 2023June 25, 2025 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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                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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                  Could sodium-ion batteries replace lithium-ion batteries in electronics?

                  Posted on April 17, 2023June 25, 2025 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, 2023June 26, 2025 by Melisa Yashinski

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

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