A study by Chalmers University of Technology and partners analyzed EU and US vehicle safety standards. EU-regulated vehicles offered reduced risk of serious injury in frontal/side crashes, while US-regulated vehicles provided a lower risk of injury in rollovers.
A mathematical calculation platform predicts how patients respond to modified diets depending on their gut microbiome composition. The study reveals that individuals with low-diversity gut microbiomes experience improved blood chemistry when following a weight loss diet.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a new experimental approach called plasmonic nanospectroscopy to study individual nanoparticles. This method reveals significant differences in properties between seemingly identical particles, which could lead to improved hydrogen sensors for fuel cell cars.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology developed an optimization algorithm to minimize robot acceleration, reducing energy consumption by up to 40%. The algorithm coordinates multiple robots to optimize their movements and sequence, resulting in improved efficiency without compromising production time.
Researchers developed a graphene-based film that efficiently cools electronics by increasing thermal conductivity to four times that of copper. The film can be attached to silicon components, overcoming previous adhesion issues, and has been tested with an additive creating stronger silane bonds, resulting in improved heat transfer.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have successfully printed and dried three-dimensional objects made entirely from cellulose for the first time, competing with fossil-based plastics and metals. The breakthrough uses a 3D bioprinter to create electrically conductive materials with carbon nanotubes.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology developed a mathematical theory on game intelligence in team sports. They studied former NHL player Nicklas Lidström's moves during games and found that he used principles such as minimizing the opponents' best alternative to gain an edge.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a new method to calculate the cost-efficiency of plug-in hybrids, significantly reducing calculation time. The convex optimisation algorithm allows for rapid feedback and consideration of various parameters affecting the overall cost.
Astronomers have detected an extremely powerful magnetic field close to a supermassive black hole in a distant galaxy, revolutionizing our understanding of these cosmic phenomena. The discovery was made using the Alma telescope and reveals new insights into the structure and formation of black holes.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have discovered that large area graphene can preserve electron spin over extended periods and communicate it over greater distances than previously known. This breakthrough has opened the door for developing faster and more energy-efficient memory and processors in computers.
The Desyre architecture has been shown to reduce hospital costs and replacement rates of medical devices by using 28% less energy and 48% less chip area. This is achieved while offering a nine times lower hardware failure rate, making it an extremely reliable design for critical applications.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have discovered that adding carbon nanoballs to insulation plastic can increase the voltage by up to 26%, resulting in a 26% efficiency gain in electric power transmission. This could lead to more efficient power grids and sustainable energy systems.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a driver model that can predict steering movements up to 95% accurately. This breakthrough may lead to safer car systems, including anti-skid and fatigue detection systems.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have demonstrated that noise in microwave amplifiers is limited by self-heating at very low temperatures. The study, published in Nature Materials, shows that phonon radiation in the transistor is responsible for limiting noise.
Researchers designed microwave circuits that can transmit high-frequency signals with sufficient power, paving the way for faster wireless data transmission. They aim to demonstrate 100 Gigabit per second wireless data transfer within a few years.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have designed a material that manipulates the Cherenkov cone to distinguish between common and rare particles. The material uses transformation optics to create distinct light cones for particles with high momentum, making it possible to efficiently separate and identify these particles.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a novel osseointegrated implant system, enabling patients to control prosthetic arms with direct bone-anchored connections. The technology allows for long-term stable fusion between man and machine, providing mechanical stability and intimate union.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have created thermotolerant yeast that can grow at 40 degrees, allowing for more efficient bioethanol production. This breakthrough could reduce cooling costs and increase the use of residual waste as a raw material, resulting in cost savings and a reduced carbon footprint.
The researchers used acoustic waves to communicate with an artificial atom, demonstrating phenomena from quantum physics. The study could potentially harness quantum physics to create faster computers by controlling and studying quantum electrical circuits.
The Graphene Flagship is doubling in size with 66 new partners added through a €9 million competitive call, increasing the consortium's scope and capabilities. This move reflects growing interest from economic actors in graphene technology.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a new technology that uses microwaves to quickly and accurately diagnose stroke patients. The system, called Strokefinder, has been shown to differentiate between bleeding strokes and clot-induced strokes with great certainty in clinical studies.
Scientists at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a new tide gauge that measures sea level using GPS signals. This innovation allows for the monitoring of sea level changes with high precision, enabling researchers to study the effects of climate change on coastal societies.
A recent study at Chalmers University of Technology found that greenhouse gas emissions from food production threaten the UN's 2-degree Celsius limit for global warming. Reducing meat and dairy consumption could bring agricultural climate pollution down to safe levels, but broad dietary change can take time.
A novel simulation-based approach has been used to find and evaluate new potential drugs for liver cancer, identifying 101 compounds predicted to prevent cancer growth in most patients. The researchers simulated the effect of over 3,000 antimetabolites on healthy cells to predict their toxic effects.
Researchers have developed a new method to treat phantom limb pain, using muscle signals from the arm stump to drive an augmented reality system. The patient's pain was drastically reduced, and he now experiences periods of complete relief.
Kidney cancer cells exhibit distinct metabolic differences compared to other cancers, providing a potential weak link for diagnosis and treatment. This discovery opens the door to new biomarkers and therapeutic approaches for detecting kidney cancer at an early stage.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have discovered that misfolded amyloid proteins react to multiphoton irradiation, opening up possibilities for new materials and technologies. These protein aggregates can be tuned for specific purposes and are as hard as steel, but with unique characteristics.
Researchers discovered a way to distinguish protein aggregates from healthy proteins using multi-photon laser technique. This allows for the potential removal of harmful protein aggregates without surgery or toxic chemicals.
The Graphene Flagship aims to take graphene from academic labs to society, revolutionizing multiple industries and creating economic growth. The initiative includes 75 partners in 17 European countries, focusing on ICT, energy technology, and sensors.