These hair-like structures with applications in robotics are now reprogrammable, negating the need to replace them after one use.
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Electronic socks prevent foot-related complications in diabetic patients
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Goldene, graphene’s golden cousin produced for the first time
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Invisible underwater robots
A transparent underwater robot camouflages itself to explore the ocean, reducing encounters with delicate sea life.
A living biosensor helps track honeybee health
First living biosensor developed to study honeybee gut microbiome, providing insights into health and conservation.
Exploring the deep sea with snail-inspired robots
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Could a lead-free solar cell be in our future?
Study uncovers stability hurdles in a promising lead-free solar cell material, signaling potential for a cleaner energy future.
A lung-mimicking sealant helps repair surgical leaks
A superior surgical sealant mimics the structural and mechanical properties of lung tissue to repair air leaks after surgery.
Graphene gets a magnetic boost
A new hybrid graphene incorporates new elements to help make the material magnetic for applications in electronics and computer science.
Low-cost, portable test detects heavy metals in water
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