Nature and Biodiversity
How mixed reality is helping scientists study forests
New research shows how mixed reality can quantify relatively mature trees in the wild - one measure of forest health - as a low-cost alternative to traditional methods.
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Nature and Biodiversity
Algae sex could save corals from climate change
Marine biologists at Rice University are looking into breeding strains of dinoflagellate symbionts to better serve their coral partners and protect reefs.
Climate Action
Ancient Mars was more like Iceland than Idaho
New research based on data from the Curiosity rover shows that over three billion years ago, seasons in Gale Crater on Mars were similar to Iceland.
Emerging Technologies
How excess heat is being harnessed into solar power electricity
One fifth of industrial energy consumption is waste heat, which is the equivalent to three years of electricity for the state of Texas. But nanotubes can harness the excess heat and use i...
Health and Healthcare Systems
This wireless sensor would give epilepsy patients more freedom
A cheap and easy way of measuring the brain activity of individuals with epilepsy could be a revolutionary step towards more convenient management of the condition.
Nature and Biodiversity
How cleaning up sulfur-emitting coal plants could improve local health
Coal power plants have neglected the harmful impacts of Sulfur Dioxide in the past. Now we must clean up or replace them for a healthier future.
Health and Healthcare Systems
This app could help Parkinson sufferers beat paralysis
Augmented reality provides patients with visual, audio and vibratory cues to help them overcome the symptom of "freezing".
Emerging Technologies
Gentle nudges teach robots to better assist us
Like toddlers, robots can use a little help as they learn to function in the physical world.
Fourth Industrial Revolution
We need to give our brains difficult tasks to understand 'real thinking'
Neuroscientists say a full understanding of the complexity of the human brain will require new research strategies that better simulate real-world conditions.
Fourth Industrial Revolution
These 3-wheeled nanocars are the size of just one molecule
Researchers are using light to propel single-molecule sized nanocars.
Fourth Industrial Revolution
These nanotubes can self assemble into wires
A strong electric field causes carbon nanotubes to self assemble into long wires, scientists have discovered.
Fourth Industrial Revolution
Is this the only 2D superconductor?
The 2D boron has the ability to superconduct at low temperatures, and may be the only way to superconduct in small circuits.