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Optical fibre sensor detects arsenic in drinking water
An innovative new optical sensor has been designed to provide real-time detection of extremely low levels of arsenic in water. [ + ]
Proximity effect shows potential for more efficient electronics
Researchers have shown that a non-ferroelectric material can acquire ferroelectric properties through interfacing with a ferroelectric material, a phenomenon known as proximity-induced ferroelectricity. [ + ]
Researchers claim record PV efficiency for kesterite solar cell
UNSW researchers have reportedly set a new record for a kesterite solar cell, which could be a long-term, sustainable add-on for silicon-based panels. [ + ]
Optical memory unit boosts processing speed
Researchers have developed a fast, versatile volatile photonic memory that could enhance AI, sensing and other computationally intense applications. [ + ]
Researchers leverage AI for wireless chip design
Researchers from Princeton University have used deep learning to create faster, high-performance wireless chip designs. [ + ]
Researchers create quantum 'Schrödinger's cat' in silicon chip
Researchers have brought a famous quantum thought experiment, ‘Schrödinger’s cat,’ to life inside a silicon chip, offering new insights into quantum error correction. [ + ]
Sodium-ion study says tech needs breakthroughs to compete
A new study from Stanford has found that sodium-ion batteries will need more breakthroughs in order to compete with lithium-ion (Li-ion). [ + ]
Quantum teleportation performed over busy internet cables
Northwestern engineers have demonstrated quantum teleportation over a fibre-optic cable carrying internet traffic, introducing the new possibility of combining quantum communication with existing internet cables. [ + ]
3D-printed, shape-shifting antenna inspired by sci-fi
Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland, have created an antenna that can change its shape based on its temperature. [ + ]
Proton batteries — the future of energy storage?
Researchers at UNSW Sydney have developed a rechargeable proton battery that could solve some of the challenges associated with traditional grid-scale energy storage. [ + ]
Researchers knit 'blanket' of radio-frequency antennas
Researchers have used traditional flat-knitting techniques to fabricate flexible and lightweight large-aperture antennas. [ + ]
Stability of perovskite solar cells tripled with protective coating
Scientists have developed a protective coating that significantly extends the lifespan of perovskite solar cells. [ + ]
New haptic patch transmits complexity of touch to the skin
The device, developed by researchers at Northwestern University, delivers various sensations, including vibrations, pressure and twisting [ + ]
Turning RFID tags into scalable passive sensors
Researchers from UC San Diego have used low-cost RFID tags to develop analog passive sensors that do not require batteries and can be easily scaled. [ + ]
Faster space communication with record-sensitive receiver
Researchers have developed a new system featuring a silent amplifier and a sensitive receiver, enabling faster and clearer transmission of images, videos and data from space probes to Earth using light. [ + ]
