Researchers at the Institute of Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have made a major breakthrough by producing metals just one atom thick, a development that could be transformative. Since graphene’s discovery in 2004, 2D materials have reshaped our understanding of matter and advanced physics and materials science. In recent years, Why Making Two-Dimensional […]
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There’s a subtle boundary between mathematics and art—and it seems materials science and paper art share one as well. At first look, the flat, tiled grid created by MIT researchers appears unremarkable.A single pull of the string transforms the grid into its designed 3D form. Inspired by kirigami, the new material could serve in medical
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Science has long acknowledged five core senses—sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch—but ongoing research suggests this list may be incomplete. A recent study from Queen Mary University and UCL suggests humans have a seventh sense, “remote touch,” allowing object detection without contact. Nature’s Inspiration: How Birds Detect Hidden Prey The idea was inspired by birds
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New research shows that regular aerobic exercise not only strengthens the heart muscle but also subtly reshapes the nerves that regulate its function. Regular exercise does more than build a stronger heart. New findings show it also reshapes the nerve network that governs how the heart operates, a discovery that could pave the way for
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Researchers at Cornell University on Monday unveiled two bio-inspired robots powered by a hydraulic fluid battery. The redox flow battery (RFB) mimics biological processes by releasing electrolytic fluids that generate energy through chemical reactions. The showcased robots—a modular worm and a jellyfish—were developed by Cornell Engineering labs. Their batteries use “embodied energy,” integrating power sources
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Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have developed an innovative window insulation that could greatly boost building energy efficiency worldwide, functioning like an advanced form of Bubble Wrap. Transparent, Durable Insulation for Windows Called Mesoporous Optically Clear Heat Insulator (MOCHI), the material can be manufactured as either thick panels or thin films that adhere
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Robots are increasingly present in daily life, from medical settings to helping at home. However, for people to fully trust and work with them, robots must do more than perform tasks—they must understand humans. This challenge is central to new research led by Dr. Mehdi Hellou through PRIMI, a project focused on helping robots develop
Scientists have discovered the first animal that can survive without oxygen in its surroundings. The finding surprised researchers, revealing that life can adapt to endure conditions once thought impossible, including those found in space. Henneguya salminicola is a member of the phylum Cnidaria, which also includes jellyfish and sea anemones, and it was discovered within
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Aerospace technology is showing potential in helping people with ataxia, a movement disorder that affects balance. Researchers led by Bram Sterke from multiple Dutch universities found that a robotic backpack device allows individuals with ataxia to stand and walk more steadily, reducing the need for mobility aids like walkers. The backpack, called Gyropack, uses gyroscopic
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Rising worries about microplastic pollution have pushed scientists to examine common sources of daily exposure. A recent Spanish study found that commercially available tea bags shed millions of microplastics when brewed, prompting concerns about a product consumed worldwide. Scientists from the Autonomous University of Barcelona showed that tea bags made from materials like nylon-6, polypropylene,
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