Healthcare
Wireless Device Unleashes Magnetism in Non-Magnetic Materials
A research team at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) and ICMAB has successfully created magnetism from non-magnetic materials by leveraging wireless technology. Traditionally, electronic devices have used electric currents to manipulate electrical and magnetic properties. However, this can lead to overheating, which can reduce efficiency and shorten the lifespan of devices. In recent yea
Revolutionary Solar-Powered Fog Net Helps to Clean Pollution
Pollution and climate change are threatening the world’s most important resource, drinking water. It is said that over half of the world’s population could be facing water scarcity by 2025. Fog nets have long been a literal lifesaver in arid regions with regular fog as they are used to gather water in useful quantities and […]
Neuralink Secures $280 Million for Human Brain Implant Trials
Elon Musk’s innovative medtech venture, Neuralink, is making significant strides in its mission to pioneer brain implant technology. Following reported FDA approval for human trials, the company has successfully raised an additional $280 million in funding, bolstering its total investment to an impressive $643 million. In a recent announcement, Neuralink extended an invitation to individuals [&hel
How Pulsed Electrochemical Machining Is A Viable Alternative to Conventional Manufacturing Methods
Recent advancements in material science and design engineering have increased the popularity of advanced metal alloys, especially in critical industries such as aerospace and medical device manufacturing. However, the increased usage of these advanced materials in complex geometries has set new manufacturing challenges as it is often difficult and expensive to machine these parts with […]
Metal-Filtering Sponge Brings New Lead-Free Water Solution
Lead contamination in water has devastating impacts on human health and the environment. To combat this issue, researchers have developed a new sponge capable of filtering lead and other harmful contaminants. Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a highly efficient sponge that filters out a range of con including heavy metals like arsenic, cobalt, and […]
A Solution for Nuclear Environments: Development of a Prosthetic Robotic Arm
A prosthetic device from the prosthetic developer COVVI has been adapted to a new robotic system that can be remotely controlled for operations in dangerous nuclear environments. As an example, operations will include handling nuclear materials and waste. As mentioned in the project announcement from May 2023, “The remote control of robotics (teleoperation) will reduce […]
