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Science News for July 28, 2019


Hackers could use connected cars to gridlock whole cities

Researchers simulate how hackers could randomly strand internet-connected cars to cause widespread traffic gridlock. Even with conservative estimates, stalling 20% of cars during rush hour could freeze traffic solid and debilitate emergency vehicles.

SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review E·DateJul 28, 2019

Single-electrode material streamlines functions into a tiny chip

KAUST researchers have developed a single microchip that integrates sensing, energy-harvesting, current-rectifying, and energy-storage functions. The chip uses ruthenium oxide as the common electrode material, enabling miniaturization of self-powered sensor devices.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateJul 28, 2019

Tart cherry juice may juice up the brain

Daily intake of Montmorency tart cherry juice improved memory scores among adults aged 65-73, with notable reductions in movement time and errors during visual and spatial working memory tasks. Compliance was high, but larger studies are warranted to confirm findings.

SourceUniversity of Delaware·JournalFood & Function·DateJul 28, 2019