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Robotics

New robotic hand can walk, press keys and move objects on its own

For many of us, the last—and only—time we've seen a walking hand was Thing in "The Addams Family" movies or TV series. Now there's another. Engineers from the Soft Robotics Lab at ETH Zurich have adapted an off-the-shelf ...

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Electronics & Semiconductors

Tiny OLED pixels can be manufactured like microchips using chemical-resistant polymers

Screens are becoming smaller and sharper. This can be seen, for example, in augmented reality glasses and the electronic viewfinders of cameras, some of which have a screen diagonal of less than 1 centimeter (0.4 inches).

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Virtual markers help smartphone cameras reconstruct lifelike multi-person movement, from hugs to martial arts

For decades, the gold standard for capturing human movement and transferring these data into the digital world has required actors to wear suits with physical markers that cameras track in a specialized studio. While accurate, ...

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Consumer camera modification offers low-cost way to assess solar cell performance

Commercial cameras can be powerful, producing images with exquisite detail that mimic real life. In the lab, specially designed cameras can photograph objects in the infrared region, invisible to the naked eye.

Sep 22, 2026

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Ultrathin film blocks electromagnetic waves while masking infrared heat

A research team led by Dr. Taehoon Kim of the Composites & Convergence Materials Research Division at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS), collaborated with research teams led by Dr. Seon Joon Kim and Dr. Jaewoo ...

Sep 21, 2026

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Engineering

Construction exoskeletons may help workers spot hazards by reducing fatigue

Taking some of the physical strain off construction workers could do more than reduce fatigue. New research from Texas A&M University suggests it may also help them recognize hazards around them.

Sep 19, 2026

Energy & Green Tech

'Artificial leaf' generates clean hydrogen from contaminated seawater

Scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, have designed a device that harvests sunlight to generate clean hydrogen from seawater and simultaneously degrades hydrazine, a highly toxic contaminant from industrial ...

Sep 17, 2026

Chatbot gives teens first-hand experience of cybergrooming tactics without the risk of harm

Virginia Tech researchers are developing virtual tools to help teens protect themselves against cybergrooming. Using survey data from parents and teens and leveraging artificial intelligence, the research team created a chatbot ...

Sep 17, 2026

MRI technique eliminates 'dead time' to capture rapidly fading signals, making scans more precise

A team of researchers at the University of Stuttgart has developed a new method that could make MRI even more precise by eliminating "dead time," a key limiting factor in the measurement process, thereby enabling the detection ...

Sep 17, 2026

A prosthodontic digital guide for reproducing lip–instrument positioning for wind instruments

A digitally fabricated guide developed by researchers at Science Tokyo captures and reproduces the spatial relationship between a musician's lips and an air-reed instrument, such as a shakuhachi flute. By combining facial ...

Sep 17, 2026

Manuscripts-turned AI agents can now 'talk' to each other and make new discoveries

Since 1665, scholarly journals have served as written records of scientific advancement—static words on a page, references written by people for other people to read. That's about to change.

Sep 16, 2026

DNA computer performs 100-bit calculations using heat, water and salt

Researchers at Maynooth University (MU) have developed a first-of-its-kind DNA computer, described as one of the most complex and fastest molecular computers yet reported.

Sep 16, 2026

Tiny polymer devices mimic neuron firing, pointing toward energy-efficient edge computing

MIT researchers have created a computing platform that could be used to develop intelligent and adaptive next-generation electronics that can perform multiple functions, like computing and memory, within one extremely compact, ...

Sep 16, 2026

Rocket experiment tracks how liquid metal solidifies in microgravity

Scientists have used an X-ray detector on a sounding rocket, a type of research rocket that flies to the edge of space, then returns to Earth within minutes, to document metal dendrites—the branching structures that form ...

Sep 15, 2026

What if you only see part of a network? And how do you spot meaningful connections?

From friendship networks and the internet to connections in the brain and trade relationships between countries, networks are everywhere. Physicists at Leiden study the fundamental principles underlying all these networks, ...

Sep 15, 2026

Observing Earth from orbit is unpredictable and messy: Could 'liquid' AI clear the view?

Monitoring Earth from above is a messy, inconsistent business. Clouds can block a satellite's view, the angle of the sun can create huge shadows, and orbital paths might not take a system across the same general area for ...

Sep 14, 2026

Underwater solar cells can operate 10 meters below the ocean's surface

Scientists have taken solar cells to new depths, demonstrating that they can function 10 meters (33 feet) below the surface of the South China Sea. The study, published Sept. 11 in the journal Joule, found that solar cells ...

Sep 11, 2026

Cool, power, move: A printable textile that does it all

A new printable textile combines passive cooling with biomechanical energy harvesting to enable motion-controlled, adaptive thermal management. Led by researchers in The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of ...

Sep 11, 2026

Laser annealing integrates optical isolators directly onto silicon photonics chips without overheating

Kyocera Corporation and the Research Institute of Electrical Communication (RIEC) at Tohoku University have developed a new technology that integrates optical isolators directly onto silicon photonics chips using laser annealing, ...

Sep 11, 2026

The secret knitting society designing blankets and clothing with data

Deep within the underbellies of online forums and social media sites, a global network of passionate knitters, crocheters, sewists and stitchers is quietly pioneering a bespoke form of data visualization, conveying complex ...

Sep 11, 2026

AI could soon infer human intent by sensing "that's not what I meant" through neural feedback

A future in which AI can recognize a person's unspoken "that's not what I meant" response from brain signals and adjust its behavior on its own is coming closer. KAIST researchers have developed a technology that detects ...

Sep 10, 2026

Unexpectedly rigid polymers boost ion transport in hydrogen fuel cell membranes

Hydrogen fuel cells are a promising clean-energy technology with the potential to reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions if widely adopted. As they generate electricity, the only byproduct of their reactions is water. ...

Sep 10, 2026

New tool identifies raw materials used in buildings

Circular-economy thinking is becoming increasingly important in the construction sector. It helps reduce raw material consumption and emissions and can provide a well-thought-out reuse and recycling scheme to cut costs.

Sep 10, 2026

Bringing classical LDPC code design theory to quantum computers

Quantum error correction must detect and correct errors without directly reading the quantum information. Classical low-density parity check (LDPC) codes have a well-established design theory: by choosing how many checks ...

Sep 9, 2026

Built-in quantum sensor detects bending stress in microscopic devices

Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) are tiny devices used in technologies such as microphones, accelerometers and biosensors. MEMS are highly useful but prone to physical stress that affects their performance, stability ...

Sep 9, 2026

Humanoid robots navigate narrow gaps and obstacles with whole-body AI control

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When AI disagrees, people change how they perceive the technology—not their original view

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Anthropic, OpenAI release cheaper AI even as safety fears grow

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Simple visual patterns can trick AI-powered vehicles and robots

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For the first time, microrobots coordinate to change their environment

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Stocking masks making a criminal comeback

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Scientists develop real-time AI monitoring for an advanced nuclear reactor component

Sep 22, 2026

Small modular reactor potential lies in industry, not grid power

Sep 22, 2026

Real-world EV data reveal how uneven cell aging shortens battery lifespan

Sep 21, 2026

Snapping rods let frog-like robot outrun rigid legs across six terrains

Sep 21, 2026

Toward physical AI: When the hardware becomes the neural network

Sep 21, 2026

Insect-inspired corrugations could help drones fly in Mars-like thin air

Sep 21, 2026

Carbon imperfections could replace scarce metals in future clean-hydrogen production

Sep 21, 2026

AI might be making women sound bad at work

Sep 21, 2026

When stubbornness becomes a security problem: How AI agents can manipulate others

Sep 21, 2026

Research reveals where the internet really slows down

Sep 21, 2026

Will AI models achieve the ability to improve autonomously? Leading labs say the scenario is near

Sep 19, 2026

Google's Gemini AI carried out cyberattacks, guessed passwords

Sep 19, 2026

A cooling device built to last: Sustainable refrigeration system maintains performance through one million cycles

Sep 18, 2026

Open-source benchmark tests whether AI agents can engineer working robots

Sep 18, 2026

Hear here: How loudness and acoustic cues help us judge where a speaker is facing

As technology increasingly integrates complex soundscapes into virtual spaces, understanding how humans perceive directional audio becomes vital. This need is bolstered by the rise of immersive media, such as augmented reality ...

Jul 1, 2025

Dual-light 3D printing technique enables seamless blending of flexible and rigid materials

Inspired by how nature blends toughness and flexibility, such as the rigid structure of bone surrounded by pliable cartilage, all with elegant and precise geometric properties, researchers at The University of Texas at Austin ...

Jun 30, 2025

Shape memory polymers with nanotips help solve micro-LED chip transfer problem

A research team at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), has developed a novel dry adhesive technology that allows everything from microscale electronic components to common household materials to be easily ...

Jun 30, 2025

Flexible e-textile uses 3D-printed sensors to monitor and optimize combat training routines

Traditional military training often relies on standardized methods, which has limited the provision of optimized training tailored to individual combatants' characteristics or specific combat situations. To address this, ...

Jun 30, 2025

Machine learning methods are best suited to catch liars, according to science of deception detection

Scientists have revealed that Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), a type of deep learning algorithm, demonstrate superior performance compared to conventional non-machine learning approaches when used to detect lies and ...

Jun 26, 2025

Researchers launch open-source robotic exoskeleton to help people walk

Imagine a future in which people with disabilities can walk on their own, thanks to robotic legs. A new project from Northern Arizona University is accelerating that future with an open-source robotic exoskeleton.

Jun 25, 2025

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Self-healing electronic material uses graphene and polymer blend to mimic skin

Researchers at DTU have developed a new kind of electronic material that behaves almost exactly like human skin. The substance could be useful in soft robotics, medicine, and health care.

Jun 25, 2025

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Young Mozambican inventor bringing the blind smart 'vision'

When Armando Ernesto Chau straps on the futuristic smart glasses that a young Mozambican robotics student is developing in the family dining room, he has a vision of a life less confined to his modest home.

Jun 25, 2025

Modified perovskite solar cells harvest energy from indoor fluorescent lighting

When you think of solar panels, you usually picture giant cells mounted to face the sun. But what if "solar" cells could be charged using fluorescent lights?

Jun 24, 2025

Your smartwatch might know you're sick before you do—and it might help stop pandemics

Smartwatch features that measure heart rates, oxygen levels, fitness levels and sleep quality have been marketed as valuable tools for people who are eager to monitor their health.

Jun 24, 2025

Waymo's robotaxis to start carrying passengers in Atlanta, expanding Uber partnership

Waymo's robotaxis will begin carrying passengers through parts of Atlanta on Tuesday in an expansion of a partnership with Uber that began earlier this year in Austin.

Jun 24, 2025

France's Versailles unveils AI-powered talking statues

Visitors to France's famed Palace of Versailles can now strike up a conversation with talking statues instead of listening to a traditional audio guide, as part of a new collaboration with artificial intelligence companies, ...

Jun 24, 2025

Owls' silent flight inspires new noise reduction technology

If you've seen an owl fly, you probably didn't hear a thing. That's because their skin and feathers dampen sound by absorbing high- and low-frequency flight noise.

Jun 23, 2025

Three-mode smart window cut indoor temperature by 27°C and eliminate urban glare

In the building sector, which accounts for approximately 40% of global energy consumption, heat ingress through windows has been identified as a primary cause of wasted heating and cooling energy.

Jun 20, 2025

Photosynthetic living material uses bacteria to capture CO₂ in two different ways

Researchers are developing a living material that actively extracts carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Photosynthetic cyanobacteria grow inside it, forming biomass and solid minerals and thus binding CO2 in two different ...

Jun 19, 2025

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Customizable soft robot modules allow for new haptic interactions

EPFL researchers have developed a customizable soft robotic system that uses compressed air to produce shape changes, vibrations, and other haptic, or tactile, feedback in a variety of configurations. The device holds significant ...

Jun 19, 2025

Waymo looks to test its self-driving cars in New York

Google-owned Waymo on Wednesday said it has applied for a permit to start testing its self-driving cars in New York City, a first for the Big Apple.

Jun 19, 2025

Humanoid robot achieves controlled flight using jet engines and AI-powered systems

The Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) has reached a milestone in humanoid robotics by demonstrating the first flight of iRonCub3, the world's first jet-powered flying humanoid robot specifically designed to operate in ...

Jun 18, 2025

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Tiny gallium nitride transistors boost chip speed and efficiency in new 3D design

The advanced semiconductor material gallium nitride will likely be key for the next generation of high-speed communication systems and the power electronics needed for state-of-the-art data centers.

Jun 18, 2025

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Perovskite-based image sensors promise higher sensitivity and resolution than silicon

Image sensors are built into every smartphone and every digital camera. They distinguish colors in a similar way to the human eye. In our retinas, individual cone cells recognize red, green and blue (RGB). In image sensors, ...

Jun 18, 2025

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New robotic hand can walk, press keys and move objects on its own

Tiny OLED pixels can be manufactured like microchips using chemical-resistant polymers

Construction exoskeletons may help workers spot hazards by reducing fatigue

'Artificial leaf' generates clean hydrogen from contaminated seawater

Humanoid robots navigate narrow gaps and obstacles with whole-body AI control

When AI disagrees, people change how they perceive the technology—not their original view

Anthropic, OpenAI release cheaper AI even as safety fears grow

Simple visual patterns can trick AI-powered vehicles and robots

For the first time, microrobots coordinate to change their environment

Stocking masks making a criminal comeback

Scientists develop real-time AI monitoring for an advanced nuclear reactor component

Small modular reactor potential lies in industry, not grid power

Real-world EV data reveal how uneven cell aging shortens battery lifespan

Snapping rods let frog-like robot outrun rigid legs across six terrains

Toward physical AI: When the hardware becomes the neural network

Insect-inspired corrugations could help drones fly in Mars-like thin air

Carbon imperfections could replace scarce metals in future clean-hydrogen production

AI might be making women sound bad at work

When stubbornness becomes a security problem: How AI agents can manipulate others

Research reveals where the internet really slows down

Will AI models achieve the ability to improve autonomously? Leading labs say the scenario is near

Google's Gemini AI carried out cyberattacks, guessed passwords

A cooling device built to last: Sustainable refrigeration system maintains performance through one million cycles

Open-source benchmark tests whether AI agents can engineer working robots

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