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Discovery suggests new promise for nonsilicon computer transistors

09.12.2020 | MIT | www.mit.edu

For decades, one material has so dominated the production of computer chips and transistors that the tech capital of the world — Silicon Valley — bears its name. But silicon’s reign may not last…

Discovery suggests new promise for nonsilicon computer transistors

Polymer researcher's latest development results in novel cup that withstands boiling liquids

08.12.2020 | Phys.org | www.phys.org

A University of Akron (UA) professor's latest development in bioplastics has the potential to make important strides in sustainability for future plastics.

Polymer researcher's latest development results in novel cup that withstands boiling liquids

More profitable and eco-friendly method for turning biomass into biochemicals and green hydrogen

04.12.2020 | Canadian Light Source | www.lightsource.ca

With the aid of technology from the Canadian Light Source (CLS) at the University of Saskatchewan, Canadian researchers have made important advances to use the power of the sun to convert biomass…

More profitable and eco-friendly method for turning biomass into biochemicals and green hydrogen

Combining sound and light to see underwater

02.12.2020 | Stanford University | www.stanford.edu

Stanford University engineers have developed an airborne method for imaging underwater objects by combining light and sound to break through the seemingly impassable barrier at the interface of air…

Combining sound and light to see underwater

Toyota's second-generation Mirai has a 400-mile range

30.11.2020 | Engadget | www.engadget.com

Toyota is one of a few companies trying to turn hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs) into a viable option. Its first production FCEV, the Mirai, was sold in limited quantities (11,000 cars…

Toyota's second-generation Mirai has a 400-mile range

Trillion-transistor chip breaks speed record

27.11.2020 | Tech Xplore | www.techxplore.com

The biggest computer chip in the world is so fast and powerful it can predict future actions "faster than the laws of physics produce the same result."

Trillion-transistor chip breaks speed record

Stanford scientists invent ultrafast way to manufacture perovskite solar modules

26.11.2020 | Stanford University | www.stanford.edu

Most solar cells today are made with refined silicon that turns sunlight into clean electricity. Unfortunately, the process of refining silicon is far from clean, requiring vast amounts of energy…

Stanford scientists invent ultrafast way to manufacture perovskite solar modules

Imaging method reveals a “symphony of cellular activities”

25.11.2020 | MIT | www.mit.edu

Within a single cell, thousands of molecules, such as proteins, ions, and other signaling molecules, work together to perform all kinds of functions — absorbing nutrients, storing memories, and…

Imaging method reveals a “symphony of cellular activities”

New solvent-based recycling process

23.11.2020 | University of Wisconsin–Madison | www.wisc.edu

Multilayer plastic materials are ubiquitous in food and medical supply packaging, particularly since the specific properties of layered polymers can keep moisture from fouling sterile syringes or…

A pressure sensor at your fingertips

20.11.2020 | University of Tokyo | www.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en

Researchers have developed an ultrathin pressure sensor that can be attached directly to the skin. It can measure how fingers interact with objects to produce useful data for medical and…

Plastic pollution is everywhere

15.11.2020 | Phys.org | www.phys.org

Plastic pollution is ubiquitous today, with microplastic particles from disposable goods found in natural environments throughout the globe, including Antarctica. But how those particles move through…

System brings deep learning to “internet of things” devices

13.11.2020 | MIT | www.mit.edu

Deep learning is everywhere. This branch of artificial intelligence curates your social media and serves your Google search results. Soon, deep learning could also check your vitals or set your…

System brings deep learning to “internet of things” devices

Mining rocks in orbit could aid deep space exploration

11.11.2020 | Phys.org | www.phys.org

The first mining experiments conducted in space could pave the way for new technologies to help humans explore and establish settlements on distant worlds, a study suggests.

Mining rocks in orbit could aid deep space exploration

Virgin's Hyperloop carries passengers for the first time

09.11.2020 | Tech Xplore | www.techxplore.com

The Virgin Hyperloop made its first journey carrying passengers in a test the company claimed represented a major step forward for the "groundbreaking" technology capable of transporting people at 1…