Finland has just switched on an industrial-scale sand battery in the southern town of Pornainen, where it will replace an aging woodchip plant as the main source of heating for the municipality. Expected to cut local heating-related carbon emissions by up to 70%, the facility now holds the title of the largest sand battery in […]
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We’ve already watched robotic dogs carry gear up steep trails and even assist firefighters. Now, researchers at ETH Zurich in Switzerland are testing their four-legged machines on the badminton court, training them to play at a level comparable to a young child. A New Control System for ANYmal The team developed a new control system
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A Nature Neuroscience study found that observing signs of illness—like coughing or rashes—prompts the brain to anticipate infection risk and trigger immune defenses. In an interview with Nature, he explained: “The findings highlight the brain’s ability to anticipate events and choose the right response to address them.” To safely mimic an infectious threat, the team
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For robots to interact safely with humans, they must recognize when a person is nearby and detect when physical contact occurs. A newly developed system enables them to handle both tasks by placing cameras inside their arms. Introducing the ProTac System Prof. Van Anh Ho, Dr. Quan Khanh Luu, and their team at the Japan
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It started subtly, hidden within the immune systems of just a handful of people around the world. They weren’t heroes in capes, but they carried something remarkable—an unseen armor that blocked every virus nature sent their way. No flu, no measles, no chickenpox, not even a cold. Though they were vulnerable to some bacterial infections,
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Smoking is rarely linked to health benefits, but it has long been observed to ease colitis while worsening Crohn’s disease. New research suggests the difference comes down to how bacteria move within the gut—a finding that could lead to better treatments. Scientists Puzzled by 40-Year Smoking Paradox in Colitis and Crohn’s Disease Researchers at Japan’s
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Think saliva is just spit? Not quite. This slick substance is a multitasking hero—helping you chew, swallow, fight off germs, and protect your teeth and gums. It’s loaded with components like mucins that work as natural lubricants and defenders for your mouth. Sometimes, your salivary glands slow down. Treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, or dialysis can
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Princeton computer scientists are developing ways to integrate virtual reality into the physical world, aiming to enrich experiences such as remote collaboration, learning, entertainment, and gaming. Preparing for a Future of Seamless Mixed-Reality Interaction Parastoo Abtahi, assistant professor of computer science, predicts that virtual and augmented reality will eventually become widespread. She emphasizes the importance
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While many robotic water striders have been developed over the years, scientists continue to discover ingenious insect traits to mimic. Recently, researchers built a strider-bot that speeds across the water’s surface using foot-mounted fans. At just 3 mm in length, water striders from the genus Rhagovelia are truly remarkable. Feathery Leg Fans Feathery extensions on
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At the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, automaker Chery officially introduced AiMoga, its AI-powered humanoid robot. Designed primarily to sell the brand’s vehicles, AiMoga was presented by one of the event’s key exhibitors. “Diario El Comercio. Todos os direitos reservados.“ Standing 1.67 meters tall, AiMoga is a humanoid robot with 41 degrees of freedom and extensive
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