3D Fingerprint Sensors Get Under Your Skin
New sensor uses ultrasound pulses to map out blood vessels within the fingertip, as well as fingerprints Many people already use fingerprint recognition technology to access their phones, but one group of researchers wants to ta.....»»
Marketing experts measure brain waves and skin current to predict emotions
Machines still can't think, but now they can validate your feelings, based on new research from New Jersey Institute of Technology Assistant Professor Jorge Fresneda......»»
Lab-spun sponges form perfect scaffolds for growing skin cells to heal wounds
A new technique for electrospinning sponges has allowed scientists from the University of Surrey to directly produce 3D scaffolds—on which skin grafts could be grown from the patient's own skin......»»
How colourism affects families in the UK—and how positive parenting can challenge it
Actor Lupita Nyong'o describes colourism as "the daughter of racism" in "a world that rewards lighter skin over darker skin". This form of prejudice sees people more penalized the darker their skin is and the further their features are from those ass.....»»
Future Apple Pencil could be modular with new features added by swappable sleeves
Apple is researching whether interchangeable sleeves for the Apple Pencil could give users a choice of controls, sensors, or even extended battery life.A possible future Apple Pencil wth mre controlsThe Apple Pencil lineup has been accused of being c.....»»
Research team develops nanoscale device for brain chemistry analysis
Longstanding challenges in biomedical research such as monitoring brain chemistry and tracking the spread of drugs through the body require much smaller and more precise sensors. A new nanoscale sensor that can monitor areas 1,000 times smaller than.....»»
Potato plant radiation sensors could one day monitor radiation in areas surrounding power plants
While expanding nuclear energy production would provide carbon-free power and can help countries around the world meet their climate goals, nuclear energy could also come with some inherent risk. Radioactive pollution damages the environment, and it'.....»»
Future Apple Watch may have Digital Crown with touch and light sensors
Apple continues to work on maximizing the benefits and capabilities of the Apple Watch's Digital Crown, with research surfacing regarding how the physical rotation could be supplemented or replaced by sensors that detect light or touch.Future Digital.....»»
Apple"s smart fabric research points to wearable tech beyond Apple Watch & AirPods
New research building on older work demonstrates that Apple is working out how to weave sensors and switches into fabric, which could then be used for smart bags, furniture, clothing, and more.Apple has previously been granted patents including ones.....»»
Widefield diamond quantum sensing with neuromorphic vision sensors
A collaborative project has made a breakthrough in enhancing the speed and resolution of widefield quantum sensing, leading to new opportunities in scientific research and practical applications......»»
Researchers shed light on river resiliency to flooding
Researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno have completed one of the most extensive river resilience studies, examining how river ecosystems recover following floods. They developed a novel modeling approach that used data from oxygen sensors plac.....»»
Smart Clothing Statistics 2024 By Revenue and Facts
Introduction Smart Clothing Statistics: Smart clothing is the advanced […] Introduction Smart Clothing Statistics: Smart clothing is the advanced fusion of technology and fashion equipped with electronic components such as sensors, tr.....»»
"The Sims 4" adds vitiligo in free update
"The Sims 4" has released a new update adding vitiligo to its character creator, partnering with Winnie Harlow for the launch. The Sims 4 is adding vitiligo in a free update, allowing players to create Sims with the skin condition. The new patc.....»»
Sensors made from "frozen smoke" can detect toxic formaldehyde in homes and offices
Researchers have developed a sensor made from "frozen smoke" that uses artificial intelligence techniques to detect formaldehyde in real time at concentrations as low as eight parts per billion, far beyond the sensitivity of most indoor air quality s.....»»
Physicist advancing skin cancer screening and diagnosis using terahertz waves
Ahead of International Day of Women and Girls in Science this Sunday, 11 February, The University of Warwick is shining the spotlight on a physicist who is developing new technology to advance the diagnosis and screening of skin cancers......»»
Innovative screening can detect "cancer fingerprint" in dogs
Cancer is common in dogs, with some breeds being more prone to certain variations of the disease than others. Recent studies have shown that nearly half of dogs over the age of 10 will develop cancer, making early screening a crucial precaution for d.....»»
Save $50 on this Yale smart lock with fingerprint access today
With the Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch, use your fingerprint, keypad combination, or physical key to unlock your door. The smart lock is down to $230 from Best Buy......»»
Study finds plankton use UV light sensors to detect pressure change and avoid getting swept away
Researchers have uncovered how sea-dwelling plankton respond to pressure changes and propel themselves through the water, using tiny protrusions called cilia......»»
Lab-grown canine skin provides canvas for testing medical treatments
Reproducible in-vitro canine skin has been grown in a laboratory setting for the first time by researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB......»»
Innovative portable sensors for hydrogen peroxide detection
In a study published in the journal Microsystems & Nanoengineering, researchers from Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) have unveiled a breakthrough in the detection of hydrogen peroxide H2O2, a vital biomarker in biological processes, with.....»»
Under the skin: Bullying"s hidden health effects
Intimidation at school is a widespread and worrying phenomenon being examined through psychology and genomics......»»