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Breakthrough photochromic material enables high-density optical data storage with enhanced security

Researchers have developed a novel photochromic material that exhibits high-contrast luminescence switching. This material enables optical data storage with enhanced density and multilevel security using an innovative rotary encoder design.

Today, 12:34 UTC

New snail-inspired robot can climb walls

Adding to the increasing innovative new ways robots can navigate, researchers fitted the robot with a sliding suction mechanism enabling the device to slide on water, a substitute of a snail's mucus which also acts as an adhesive.

Today, 11:39 UTC

A bionanomachine for green chemistry

Scientists have for the first time precisely characterised the enzyme styrene oxide isomerase, which can be used to produce valuable chemicals and drug precursors in an environmentally friendly manner.

Today, 10:21 UTC

WASP-193b, a giant planet with a density similar to that of cotton candy

This exoplanet is larger but seven times less massive than Jupiter and is the second least dense planet discovered to date.

Today, 10:14 UTC

Protein-based hydrogel breaks down alcohol in the body

Researchers have developed a protein-?based gel that breaks down alcohol in the gastrointestinal tract without harming the body. In the future, people who take the gel could reduce the harmful and intoxicating effects of alcohol.

May 13, 2024

Plant virus based nanoparticles show promise against metastatic cancer in mice

Study finds nanoparticles from cowpea mosaic virus effective in suppressing metastatic cancer in mice, improving survival rates across models.

May 13, 2024

Is the end of the package holiday provider near? Blockchain technology could revolutionise our travel experiences

The research looked into user acceptance of blockchain-based sharing platforms similar to Airbnb. The study found that blockchain technology could eliminate intermediaries, such as holiday providers, potentially slashing costs by bypassing booking platforms.

May 13, 2024

Scientists discover huge magnetic toroids in the Milky Way halo

Scientists have revealed huge magnetic toroids in the halo of the Milky Way, which are fundamental for cosmic ray propagation and provide crucially constraint on the physical processes in the interstellar medium and the origin of cosmic magnetic fields.

May 13, 2024

Electron vortices in graphene detected

Researchers, for the first time, made visible how electrons form vortices in a material at room temperature. Their experiment used a quantum sensing microscope with an extremely high resolution.

May 13, 2024

Recyclable nanomotors enable ultra-sensitive detection of trace pollutants in water

Magnetic nanomotors enable highly efficient capture and precise identification of emerging pollutants at part-per-trillion concentrations, offering a sustainable solution for water quality monitoring.

May 13, 2024

A new process for the synthesis of rare nuclei in the Universe?

Scientists propose the vr-process as a new source for rare p-nuclei isotopes in the solar system.

May 13, 2024

Flexible micro-supercapacitor with laser-enhanced liquid metal

Innovative flexible micro-supercapacitor uses laser-enhanced liquid metal for improved durability and energy efficiency in stretchable electronics.

May 13, 2024

New toolkit makes molecular dynamics simulations more accessible

Researchers developed software package that will make it straightforward for researchers to run parallel cascade selection molecular dynamics (PaCS-MD) simulations.

May 13, 2024

Molecular roll of the dice delivers winning combinations

A chance discovery about protein assemblies has opened up transformative potential for biomanufacturing and vaccine development.

May 13, 2024

Visual observation of photonic Floquet-Bloch oscillations

Exploring photonic Floquet-Bloch oscillations extends understanding of Bloch oscillations and impacts fundamental research and practical applications.

May 10, 2024

Thermal welding of liquids using nanoparticle surfactants (w/video)

New research shows nanoparticle surfactants allow thermal welding and modular design of all-liquid fluidic devices, overcoming limitations of previous approaches.

May 10, 2024

Squeezed by neighbors, planet glows with molten lava

Astrophysicists discovered that an exoplanet is covered with so many active volcanoes that seen from a distance it would take on a fiery, glowing-red hue.

May 10, 2024

Good vibrations: New tech may lead to smaller, more powerful wireless devices

What if your earbuds could do everything your smartphone can, but better? A new class of synthetic materials could allow for smaller devices that use less power.

May 10, 2024