Revolutionary Silicon Spikes Destroy 96% of Viruses on Contact
An international research team led by RMIT University has designed and manufactured a virus-killing surface that could help control disease spread in hospitals, labs, and…
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More Than 1/3 of Illicit Drugs Sold on the Dark Web Contain Unexpected Substances, According to New Study
Analysis of illegal drugs purchased online revealed that 35% did not match their advertised substances, underscoring the critical need for increased local drug testing services…
Quantum Computing Takes a Giant Leap With Light-Based Processors
A team of scientists has created a reprogrammable light-based quantum processor, reducing light losses and enabling advancements in quantum computing and secure communications. Scientists have…
Impressive Capacity and Extended Lifespan – Scientists Have Invented Recyclable “Water Batteries” That Won’t Catch Fire
A global team of researchers and industry collaborators led by RMIT University has developed recyclable ‘water batteries’ that won’t catch fire or explode. Lithium-ion energy…
Supernatural Strength: 3D Printed Titanium Structure Is 50% Stronger Than Aerospace Alloy
A 3D printed ‘metamaterial’ boasting levels of strength for weight not normally seen in nature or manufacturing could change how we make everything from medical…
Watch Out – Driverless Cars Are No Place To Relax
Early data on activities that will be unsafe to undertake in automated vehicles has been released. From doing work to watching the world, from social…
Killing Over 99% of Bacteria – Scientists Have Invented a Nano-Thin Superbug-Slaying Material
Scientists have developed a nano-thin superbug-slaying material that holds promise for future integration into wound dressings and implants to thwart or treat bacterial infections. The…
A “Double Shot” of Strength: How Used Coffee Grounds Reinforce Concrete
Scientists have developed a technique to strengthen concrete using used coffee grounds, potentially reducing waste in landfills and decreasing reliance on natural sand in construction….
3D Printing Paves Way for “Designer” Titanium Alloys
Researchers have developed a new class of ductile and strong titanium alloys using a combination of alloy design and 3D printing. The findings, published in…
Roselle: A Hero Ingredient To Help Manage Obesity
According to recent research, the antioxidants found in the roselle plant have been found to have anti-obesity properties and may offer a potential alternative in…
“Transforming Industries” – Light-Based Tech Could Inspire Moon Navigation and Next-Gen Farming
Leading scientists in the field predict that lithium niobate chips, which are extremely thin, will surpass silicon chips in light-based technologies. These chips have a…
Scientists Say These Mysterious Diamonds Came From Outer Space
Strange diamonds from an ancient dwarf planet in our solar system may have formed shortly after the dwarf planet collided with a large asteroid about…
Binaural Beats: Audio Files Are Being Used As Digital Drugs
New study sheds light on the little-known phenomenon of binaural beats, where sounds purportedly evoke psychoactive effects. A binaural beat is an illusionary tone created…
Sonic Advance: How High-Frequency Sound Waves Could Help Regrow Bones
Researchers have used sound waves to turn stem cells into bone cells, in a tissue engineering advance that could one day help patients regrow bone…
Next Gen 3D Printed Catalysts To Propel Hypersonic Flight – Speeds Over 3,800 Mph
Ultra-efficient 3D printed catalysts could help solve the challenge of overheating in hypersonic aircraft and offer a revolutionary solution to thermal management across countless industries….
How a Raw Pork Snack From Vietnam Could Help Us Keep Food Fresh, Naturally
Fermented meat snack is helping researchers develop a safe, all-natural food preservative. A traditional Vietnamese meat snack could hold the key to developing a safe…
New Sensor Detects COVID-19 and Variants on People’s Breath – Even When They Are Asymptomatic
Instant COVID Sensor to Prevent Outbreaks and Protect Communities RMIT University is collaborating with partners including Australian biomedical start-up Soterius on the biosensor, which can…
Recently Discovered Letter Written by Albert Einstein Discusses Link Between Physics and Biology – Seven Decades Before Evidence Emerges
Previously Unknown Letter Reveals Einstein’s Thinking on Bees, Birds and Physics The 1949 letter by the physicist and Nobel laureate discusses bees, birds, and whether…