Investigation into the regime between the nano- and microscale could pave the way for nanoscale technologies
In electronic technologies, key material properties change in response to stimuli like voltage or current. Scientists aim to understand these changes in terms of the material's structure at the nanoscale (a few atoms) and microscale (the thickness of.....»»
Old methods, new technologies drive fraud losses
GenAI, deepfakes and cybercrime are critical threats putting intensifying pressures on businesses, according to Experian. Top online security concerns for consumers According to the FTC, consumers reported losing more than $10 billion to fraud in 202.....»»
Scientists create ultracompact polarization-entangled photon sources for miniaturized quantum devices
Scientists have created an ultra-thin light source that emits pairs of polarization-entangled photons. These specially correlated photons hold promise for future quantum technologies, including ultra-secure communication, powerful computation, and hi.....»»
Nanotubes boost: Liquid-phase synthesis unlocks efficient production
Single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) are known for their remarkable properties, which make them essential in many advanced technologies. Yet, creating these nanotubes efficiently and on a large scale has been a persistent challenge......»»
Women in global fisheries industry are falling through the safety net, study finds
Millions of women who work in the fisheries industry are being left behind as technologies develop to counter the effects of climate change and economic pressures......»»
Simulations identify how critical elements distribute in abundant mineral ores
Nickel (Ni) and cobalt (Co) are critical elements for modern technologies, with high-grade Ni and Co ores becoming increasingly scarce. Mafic and ultramafic deposits are low-grade, abundant alternatives to traditional Ni and Co ores. However, new met.....»»
Study proposes generalized approach to light-matter interactions
A study coordinated by the University of Trento with the University of Chicago proposes a generalized approach to the interactions between electrons and light. In the future, it may contribute to the development of quantum technologies as well as to.....»»
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov detained in France; fake reports of App Store removal
Telegram co-founder and CEO Pavel Durov has been “detained” in France, on suspicion of failing to take steps to prevent the criminal use of the messaging app. Various rumors are circulating regarding the nature of the investigation, and the fu.....»»
3D-printed living cells pave way for tomorrow"s medicine and cruelty-free animal products
Researchers are expanding the possibilities of 3D printing to create miniature human organs and a variety of products made from living tissue, including food......»»
Nontoxic ceramic could replace lead-based electronic components
The ceramic produced in Prof. Igor Lubomirsky's lab at the Weizmann Institute of Science seemed too good to be true. It belongs to a class of materials that are the backbone of many essential technologies but that unfortunately also create an environ.....»»
Daily 5 report for Aug. 23: The conundrum of automotive safety technologies
Whenever new automotive safety devices or technology emerge, a debate quickly arises on whether they should be mandatory or optional......»»
Breaking down the indestructible: New technologies target PFAS environmental menace
PFAS are synthetic chemicals widely used in products such as non-stick cookware and waterproof clothing due to their water and grease-resistant properties. However, their persistence in the environment has led to widespread contamination and signific.....»»
Researchers demonstrate metasurfaces that control thermal radiation in unprecedented ways
Researchers with the Advanced Science Research Center at the CUNY Graduate Center (CUNY ASRC) have experimentally demonstrated that metasurfaces (two-dimensional materials structured at the nanoscale) can precisely control the optical properties of t.....»»
Developing innovative new display technologies to create ultrahigh-definition screens efficiently
A research team has developed a double-layer dry transfer printing technology that simultaneously transfers light-emitting and electron-transferring layers onto a substrate. This technology is expected to provide a more life-like view in augmented re.....»»
NASA wants clarity on Orion heat shield issue before stacking Artemis II rocket
"We have still a lot of work to do to close out the heat shield investigation." Enlarge / The Orion spacecraft for the Artemis II mission, comprising its crew and service modules, was lifted into a vacuum test chamber at NASA's K.....»»
Advanced orbital angular momentum mode switching in multimode fiber utilizing an optical neural network chip
The rapid development of technologies such as the internet, mobile communications, and artificial intelligence has dramatically increased the demand for high-capacity communication systems. Among various solutions, mode-division multiplexing (MDM) ha.....»»
UK antitrust investigation into Apple closed for now – but will likely re-open
A UK antitrust investigation into Apple has officially closed – despite finding the company to be at fault – after the regulator missed a legal deadline. However, a case seems almost certain to be re-opened under an upcoming law which will gra.....»»
UK drops App Store investigation, says it has better things to do
After three years and, significantly, a change in government, the UK's competition regulator has closed its App Store investigation before reaching a conclusion.UK ParliamentThe UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) first announced the investi.....»»
Bluesound Node Nano review: an affordable, audiophile-grade mini music streamer
Bluesound's Node Nano is its most affordable hi-res music streamer, and yet it doesn't skimp on what matters most: great sound......»»
Smart hives and dancing robot bees could boost sustainable beekeeping
Researchers are using big data and smart technologies to improve conditions for bees and guide beekeepers......»»
Polarization volume gratings break uniformity-efficiency tradeoff in AR waveguide displays
Augmented reality (AR) has evolved from a futuristic concept to a widespread technology, thanks to advancements in microdisplay technologies, ultracompact imaging optics, and high-speed digital processors......»»