The FDA would like to remind you not to put amniotic fluid in your eyes
Amniotic fluid is mostly just fetal urine—and it's not FDA-approved for eyes. Enlarge / An inflamed eye. (credit: Getty | BSIP) For a sinister Shakespearian brew to conjure spirits, you're going to need to gather a var.....»»
Even far below freezing, ice"s surface begins melting as temperatures rise
Physics is filled with mysteries. To find a few worth exploring, look no further than an ice cube. At room temperature, of course, the cube will melt before your eyes. But even far below freezing, ice can shift in barely perceptible ways that scienti.....»»
Non-toxic quantum dots pave the way towards CMOS shortwave infrared image sensors for consumer electronics
Invisible to our eyes, shortwave infrared (SWIR) light can enable unprecedented reliability, function and performance in high-volume, computer vision first applications in service robotics, automotive and consumer electronics markets......»»
Here are the ideas Apple patented but likely rejected for the outer Vision Pro display
One of the features that distinguishes Apple’s headset from its rivals is the outer Vision Pro display. This displays colorful abstract patterns when the user is fully immersed in content, and a simulation of their eyes when they are in augmented r.....»»
Want to buy a home telescope? Tips from a professional astronomer to help you choose
While the unaided eye or binoculars can reveal much of the night sky, a telescope reveals so much more. Seeing Saturn's rings or the moon's craters with your own eyes can be an "oh wow" moment......»»
New PS5 games 2024: most anticipated PS5 release dates
There are plenty of new PS5 games still to look forward to in 2024, and beyond. Here are the best games to keep your eyes on......»»
A deep-V frame makes NIU’s first e-bike as easy on the eyes as it is to ride
The NIU BQi C3-Pro e-bike rider-friendly design includes tech that makes it simple to operate and maintain......»»
From "liquid lace" to the "Drop Medusa," researchers compete for the best image of fluid flow
Each year at its annual meeting, the American Physical Society's Division of Fluid Dynamics sponsors a contest for the best images in a variety of categories, all related to the flow of fluids......»»
Facial symmetry doesn"t explain "beer goggles" phenomenon, research shows
If you thought blurry eyes were to blame for the "beer goggles" phenomenon, think again......»»
New study eyes nutrition-rich chia seed for potential to improve human health
Oregon State University scientists have sequenced the chia genome and in doing so provided a blueprint for future research that capitalizes on the nutritional and human health benefits of the plant......»»
COP28: countries have pledged to cut emissions from cooling—here"s how to make it happen
Cast your eyes over the statistics in a new report I helped author on staying cool in a warming climate and the urgency becomes clear: 1 billion people, mostly in Africa and Asia, are at high risk from extreme heat because they lack access to cooling.....»»
Worm’s rear end develops its own head, wanders off to mate
The butt even grows its own eyes, antennae, and brain. Enlarge / From left to right, the head of an actual worm, and the stolon of a male and female. (credit: Nakamura et. al.) Some do it horizontally, some do it vertica.....»»
Marbled paper, frosty fireworks among 2023 Gallery of Fluid Motion winners
Annual showcase highlights "captivating science," "breathtaking beauty" of fluid motion. Enlarge / Harvard University graduate student Yue Sun won a Milton Van Dyke Award for her video on the hydrodynamics of marbled paper. (cred.....»»
New technique enhances imaging of fluid-filled rocks, finds connection to microearthquakes
An international team of scientists led by Dr. Xin Liu, Assistant Professor of the Department of Earth Sciences, The University of Hong Kong (HKU), along with seismologists from the U.S. and China, has recently introduced a new method called ambient.....»»
Unlocking the secrets of oobleck—strange stuff that’s both liquid and solid
Scientists tested hypothesis with dense suspensions of piezoelectric nanoparticles. Enlarge / "Oobleck" is a classic kitchen science example of a shear-thickening non-Newtonian fluid. (credit: Screenshot/PBS) Oobleck has.....»»
NASA’s skywatching tips for December include a meteor shower
NASA's skywatching tips for December include a meteor shower and the chance to spot a passing asteroid with your own eyes......»»
Texas" ZT Automotive eyes dealership count of 50, 60
ZT Automotive, which rebranded from ZT Motors, is eying to expand its dealership holdings by five-fold in the coming years largely through acquisitions......»»
Researcher develops a chatbot with an expertise in nanomaterials
A researcher has just finished writing a scientific paper. She knows her work could benefit from another perspective. Did she overlook something? Or perhaps there's an application of her research she hadn't thought of. A second set of eyes would be g.....»»
WhatsApp’s new feature makes your chats even more private
WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature to the app in the form of Secret Code, a way for users to further protect their chats from prying eyes. The post WhatsApp’s new feature makes your chats even more private appeared first on Phandroid......»»
CRONT: Empowering optical tweezers with "biometric eyes"
Optothermal nanotweezers, an innovative optical manipulation technique over the past decade, have revolutionized classical optical manipulation by efficiently capturing a broader spectrum of nanoparticles. While this technique has been primarily used.....»»
Ultrawide monitors remind us there’s still much to learn about OLED burn-in
Can playing 16:9 content on a 21:9 screen impact burn-in risk? Apparently. Enlarge (credit: Scharon Harding) Burn-in is always possible with OLED displays, but for computer monitors, which tend to display static content.....»»