Tuneable micro-structured surfaces could overcome the limitations of current unchangeable components that result in “static” optical devices.
AI is revolutionizing manual cell counting
AI is changing the labor-intensive process of manual cell counting, offering improved accuracy, efficiency, and a door into new scientific applications.
Understanding collective decision making in ants
When deciding whether or not to build bridges out of their chained bodies, weaver ants take prior collective investment into account.
The materials science behind the reported room temperature superconductor
There’s a fascinating link between the structure of bone and LK-99
Scientists test the link between tiny subconscious gestures and stress
Capable of measuring stress through micro gestures “EmoSense” could find its way to wearable electronics in the future.
Using machine learning to tame plasma in fusion reactors
For fusion reactions to become practical, parameters such as plasma density and shape must be monitored in real time and impending disruptions responded to instantly.
A smart package for monitoring food contamination
A new device can detect Salmonella on individual products in real-time and with minimal need for laboratory equipment or specialized operators.
Sealant with integrated sensors rapidly detects leaks after stomach surgery
An acid sensitive hydrogel makes it possible to detect dangerous leaks before they cause damage.
First direct observation of the fermion behavior responsible for superconductivity
Fermions forming pairs? It’s just a matter of getting the conditions right.
Ozone pollution disrupts genes controlling circadian rythyms
Study finds air pollution, specifically ozone exposure, has a disruptive affect on the genes responsible for circadian rhythms in the lungs.