Scientists have discovered a speed limit for computer chips, with one petahertz being the maximum frequency for signal transmission. The research uses ultra-short laser pulses to create electrical currents in dielectric materials, allowing for faster data transmission.
Researchers found that polymer molecules interact with the flow around gas bubbles, causing a sudden increase in velocity. This knowledge can be used to predict oxygen input and design equipment for industries like biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.
Austrian researchers developed a detailed epidemiological model to study the spread of coronavirus in nursing homes. The agent-based simulation tool helps balance safety and quality of life, considering vaccination rates and testing accuracy. With a high vaccination rate, major outbreaks are no longer expected.
A new study by Graz University of Technology reveals that domesticated apple crops have inherited microbiomes similar to their wild ancestors, providing a basis for developing more resilient and healthy crops. The research also suggests that targeted introduction of microorganisms could increase plant resistance to climate change.
A new process for decentralized hydrogen production has been developed, using chemical-looping to produce high-purity hydrogen directly from biogas. The technology is now ready for commercial use and could make hydrogen production more competitive with other methods.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology have developed a new production method for germanium-based photoinitiators, making them cheaper and more efficient. This enables their use in contact lenses, prostheses, and artificial human tissue, among other applications.
Fire tests in Austrian tunnels found that e-vehicles pose a lower risk than conventional cars. However, multistorey car parks and commercial vehicles like e-buses and e-trucks require further investigation. The results provide reassurance for tunnel safety.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology have demonstrated the absorption of energy from laser light by free electrons in a liquid for the first time. This breakthrough opens new doors for ultra-fast electron microscopy, crucial for investigating smallest objects at fastest time scales.
Researchers at TU Graz developed the world's first digital model of a cancer cell, simulating rhythmic oscillation of membrane potential during cell cycle phases. The model enables prediction of changes in membrane potential caused by drug-induced switching on and off of ion channels.
Researchers developed algorithms to solve curvature-dependent image processing problems using convex optimization, inspired by Euler's elastic curves and Gestalt laws of perception. The new models perform as well as current deep-learning algorithms but provide a deeper understanding of the structures learned.
Researchers track water molecule movement using Helium Spin-Echo technique, revealing repulsion between water molecules on graphene surface is crucial for ice formation. This discovery challenges previous understanding of ice nucleation and provides new insights into controlling ice formation.
Scientists at Graz University of Technology are producing biodegradable materials from wood components to combat climate change. They aim to create plastic-free and recyclable paper packaging with improved barrier properties.
Researchers found that older lithium-based batteries are safer due to reduced energy potential, leading to more efficient designs and improved safety. The study's results will aid in deriving safety factors for subsequent use of used batteries.
A European consortium is working on the technical feasibility of 6G technology, specifically RadioWeaves, which enables real-time data transmission with a dense network of access points. This technology has opportunities for industries such as sports stadiums, where it could provide wireless power and precise location tracking.
Researchers from TU Graz and FSU Jena discovered three opposing driving forces controlling the self-assembly of functionalized molecules at interfaces. A design principle using machine learning was established to predict structures and properties. This breakthrough enables the easy assembly of desired interfacial properties on demand.
Two independent studies on apples and oil pumpkins reveal that beneficial microorganisms are passed down to future generations, influencing plant traits. The global 'core' microbiome is shared among apples worldwide, with regional variations indicating adaptation to local environments.
A study found that algorithm-generated music recommendations are less accurate for listeners of non-mainstream music compared to those who listen to mainstream music. The researchers identified four groups of non-mainstream music listeners based on their listening habits and found that users who listened to high-energy music received t...
Scientists at Graz University of Technology have successfully imaged surface phonons in three dimensions, revealing the spatial distribution of electromagnetic fields near nanosurfaces. This breakthrough could lead to improved thermal conduction, sensor technology, and energy storage.
A mobile app developed by Graz University of Technology aims to optimize energy consumption through user participation and data collection. The app uses game-like elements to encourage users to share their energy usage data, which is then used to predict household energy consumption and inform smart grid management.
A team of geologists from TU Graz identified the chemical influencing factors and triggers for recurrent mass movements in fine-grained sediments, enabling preventive measures to be taken. By adapting drainage systems and considering interactions between the system and subsurface, stability can be increased and economic damage reduced.
Scientists have found a way to reduce energy consumption in deep neural networks, paving the way for more efficient AI hardware. The approach uses simple electrical impulses instead of complex numerical values, maintaining high accuracy.
The Brenner base tunnel is being investigated for its geothermal potential, with researchers aiming to use drainage water for climate-friendly heating and cooling of houses. The project aims to develop a sustainable system that can be implemented in other existing tunnel structures.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology develop a new method of contact discovery that significantly limits privacy threats, using intersection calculations and encryption protocols. The ContactGuard application stores encrypted address book entries on the mobile phone, preventing service providers from accessing sensitive data.
Scientists at TU Graz have identified a bacterium inside the seed of rice plants that can lead to complete resistance to a particular pathogen. The bacterium, Sphingomonas melonis, produces an organic acid that inhibits the pathogen and renders it harmless.
A research group at Graz University of Technology is developing an interactive and adaptive health information system that uses machine learning and cognitive psychology to provide personalized content. The system aims to improve doctor-patient communication, enhance health literacy, and make decisions beneficial to users' health.
Scientists successfully produced C-nucleosides, the basic building blocks of RNA, using an enzyme called YeiN, offering a more efficient and eco-friendly alternative to chemical synthesis. This breakthrough has implications for the production of RNA-based therapeutic products, such as vaccines.
The SABATLE project examines the safety risks of redox flow technologies for humans and the environment, and aims to identify risk factors and improve battery design using the Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design concept. Researchers will also investigate the toxicological effects of these technologies.
Researchers at TU Graz are developing new technologies to integrate passive electronic components into three dimensions while ensuring safe multifunctionality. The goal is to create highly integrated components with combined filter and antenna functions for various applications, including 5G systems.
Researchers developed sustainable shotcrete mixes with improved durability, using granulated blast furnace slag and ultrafine limestone powder to increase resistance against sulphate attack. This reduces maintenance costs and extends tunnel lifespan, making shotcrete a more environmentally friendly material.
Researchers at TU Graz's new Christian Doppler Laboratory aim to develop solid-state batteries with reduced interface resistances, enabling safer electric vehicles and high-energy applications. The lab focuses on improving lithium transport properties, surface modifications, and material combinations to overcome current limitations.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology discovered a method to exploit Intel processors using power side-channel attacks, even without physical access. The technique uses the RAPL interface and misuses Intel's SGX functionality to extract sensitive data.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology identified dipeptidyl peptidase 3 (DPP3) as a key regulator of the renin-angiotensin system (RAS), which affects blood pressure and cardiovascular diseases. DPP3 deficiency led to increased angiotensin II levels, causing oxidative stress and reduced metabolism.
Researchers at TU Graz have discovered a new sediment archive on the Styrian Erzberg, providing valuable insights into recent climate development. The archive features geologically young minerals formed shortly after the last ice age, challenging current understanding of mineral formation temperatures.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology have developed a sustainable hybrid supercapacitor made of carbon and aqueous sodium iodide electrolyte. The system achieves unexpectedly high energy storage capacity by storing all chemical energy in solid iodine particles, enabling fast charging and discharging processes.
Researchers at TU Graz have successfully increased the catalytic performance of cyanobacteria by redirecting photosynthetic electron flow to desired reactions. This method reduces energy consumption and enhances biotechnological production, paving the way for large-scale industrial applications.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology have created a redox-active electrolyte material using vanillin, replacing ecologically harmful heavy metals or rare earths in liquid batteries. The technology is an important step towards sustainable energy storage and has potential applications in renewable energy expansion and grid relief.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology used machine-learning-based methods to simulate interface properties of hybrid materials. They found that molecules in the system change their structure rather than undergoing long-range charge transfer, refuting earlier theories.
Researchers at TU Graz have developed a method for assembling nanomaterials as desired using helium-droplet synthesis. The resulting nanoparticles have improved catalytic properties and are suitable for sensor technologies, such as laser and magnetic sensors.
Researchers create simulation scenarios using ontologies to test autonomous driving systems, uncovering weaknesses and developing adaptive compensation methods to ensure system reliability and safety. The approach enables the detection of critical test cases that may not be feasible in real-world testing.
Researchers at Graz University of Technology developed a new machine learning algorithm called e-prop, which significantly expands the possible applications of AI. This novel approach uses spikes to enable more efficient information processing and reduces energy consumption.
The LumAConM project aims to improve concrete diagnostics with a new, simple and cost-effective method enabling detailed assessments of concrete structures. Researchers use optical-chemical sensor technology to detect corrosion damage and assess service life.
Researchers have visualized the single-molecule level operation of cellulosomes during cellulose degradation using time-lapse atomic force microscopy. This breakthrough provides new perspectives for applications in industrial biorefineries by exploiting the synergies between cellulosome and free enzymes.
Researchers developed a ground-breaking method to detect sepsis 2-3 days before clinical symptoms appear using endogenous signals (biomarkers). The test has high accuracy and may increase survival chances for sepsis patients. Approval in the US FDA is underway, with clinical trials starting soon.
The BRITE Constellation has recorded a complete nova eruption, offering a unique perspective on the phenomenon. The data provides valuable insights into shock-powered optical emission in novae, shedding light on the underlying mechanisms of star explosions.
The TU Graz pollen measurement system uses machine learning algorithms to analyze pollen samples automatically, reducing the need for manual evaluation. The system is simple, lightweight, energy-saving, and can be implemented at low cost, making it a game-changer for pollination services.
Scientists have visualized single molecules moving inside a helium droplet, observing ultrafast intramolecular processes. The researchers found that superfluid helium has little influence on these processes compared to conventional solvents.
Researchers at TU Graz have developed X-Burst, a system that enables direct information exchange between IoT devices with different radio technologies. The system uses time-controlled energy pulses to transmit data packets of varying lengths, allowing for efficient communication without gateways.
Researchers are developing bacterial proteins to create new, artificial fluorescent compounds. The goal is to produce biodegradable and sustainable light-emitting diodes (LEDs) using these novel compounds. By harnessing the power of bacteria, scientists hope to create more eco-friendly lighting solutions with minimal environmental impact.
By combining pump-probe measurements with theoretical simulations, researchers can now observe the energy flow in acetone at a key energy window between closely related states. This synergy of experimental and theoretical methods provides new insights into light-matter interactions and molecular dynamics.
Scientists at TU Graz have successfully manufactured super magnets with high relative density and controlled microstructures using 3D printing technology. The developed process enables efficient material use by tailoring magnetic properties according to the application, making it a promising alternative to rare earth metals.