Artificial neurofiber transistors with fibrous architecture similar to neurons can form artificial neural networks. The devices mimic signal summation functionality and have been used to create a 100-synapse system achieving recognition accuracy of 88.9% via speech recognition experiments.
A new water purification method has been developed using radicalized NOX derivatives supported on metal oxides. The resulting NO3- species can be radicalized to generate NO3• analogues that serve as degraders of refractory organic substances, such as phenolics and bisphenol A.
Researchers developed a lubricating coating to minimize brain tissue damage and inflammatory reaction during implantation. The coating significantly extended the lifespan of coated devices, reducing immune responses and promoting stable signal recording.
A study developed an HVAC system with HEPA filters, reducing particulate matter removal time in classrooms. The system's optimized airflow control enables efficient PM removal and maintains even indoor air distribution.
The development of artificial blood vessels using a simple process has enabled the simulation of human blood circulation and blood coagulation, reducing the duration of experiments. This breakthrough has demonstrated the potential of genetically modified pig organs to be used in xenotransplantation with low immune rejection levels.
A Korean research team developed an electrode pre-treatment solution to minimize initial Li ion loss in graphite-silicon oxide composite anodes. The process enabled a full cell to exhibit near-ideal energy density, with negligible Li loss.
Korean researchers have developed a nanometer-sized branch-shaped tungsten-silver catalyst that can acquire carbon monoxide in high yields from the electrochemical carbon dioxide conversion system. The catalyst exhibited a high sunlight-to-compound conversion efficiency of 12.1% when combined with commercialized silicon solar cells.
Researchers developed a proprietary biosensor technology with significantly enhanced molecular sensitivity using an artificial lipid membrane. The technology can detect molecules in highly ionic concentrated solutions without dilution, outperforming existing sensors.
The Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials has developed a process to produce 'green ammonia' with zero carbon emissions, using renewable energy. The process involves combining water with nitrogen plasma, producing hydrogen and nitrogen oxides, which are then reduced to ammonia with high selectivity.
A research team developed an AI-based automatic pothole detection system that detects potholes in real-time using a vision sensor installed on the windshield of a vehicle. The system shows robust detection performance with road images taken under different brightness conditions, improving road safety and efficiency.
A research team developed a novel sensor that can detect and convert infrared light into electrical signals at temperatures up to 100°C. The device eliminates the need for cooling devices, reducing production costs and operating speeds, making it suitable for smartphone and autonomous vehicle applications.
The ETRI team developed the world's first next-generation display technology, combining transfer-bonding processes into one process. This innovation reduced equipment investment and process time to 1/10, as well as material and repair costs by 1/100.
Researchers developed a stable performance electrospun nanofiber membrane to turn seawater into drinking water without wetting issues. The membrane can operate for 30 days with high salt rejection rates, making it suitable for long-term membrane distillation applications.
Researchers have developed an anti-cancer prodrug that targets cancer cells while minimizing toxicity to normal cells. This innovation improves the effectiveness of immunotherapy by boosting patient immunity. The drug exhibits anticancer effects when activated in cancer cells, inducing an active anticancer immune response.
A new technology has been developed to reduce adverse effects of medical materials in the human body. The material can be loaded with therapeutic cells and deliver them to desired sites, mitigating inflammation and blood clots.
Researchers discovered a novel interaction between proteins hevin and calcyon, which promotes synaptic contacts and reorganization in the brain. This interaction helps to improve recovery from brain injury, particularly in adults, by reducing neuroinflammatory response-induced proteases and promoting early stages of recovery.
Researchers at the National Research Council of Science & Technology have developed a novel anode material for sodium-ion batteries using low-cost silicone-based oil. This material can store 1.5 times more electricity than commercial lithium-ion batteries and maintains its performance even after 200 cycles.
Researchers developed unitized regenerative fuel cells with improved hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties, increasing hydrogen generation efficiency by 2-fold and power generation efficiency by 4-fold. The devices can efficiently transport water and gas, improving performance and round-trip efficiency.
Researchers developed semiconducting passivation layers to inhibit dendrite formation, enhancing battery stability and safety. The new technology improved battery capacity by up to 81% compared to conventional Li electrodes.
A new study proposes a method to stabilize microbial populations in recirculating hydroponic cultivation systems, reducing environmental pollution. The system uses UV sterilization to minimize fertilizer use and water consumption, making it an affordable option for farmers.
A metamaterial absorber enhances infrared spectroscopic detection signals 100-fold, allowing for more distinct results with small traces of substances. The proposed technique offers low-cost manufacturing and vast applications in detecting biomolecules, harmful substances, and gases.
The Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM) has developed a roll-based damage-free transfer technique to transfer wafer-scale two-dimensional nanomaterials onto substrates without damage. The proposed technique enables large-area continuous transfer of nanomaterials, similar to paper printing.
A research team at KICT has developed a fully-automated peak-picking method for extracting modal frequencies in stay-cables without prior setting or human manipulation. The method utilizes domain knowledge based on the physical characteristics of stay-cables, outperforming state-of-the-art methods in terms of accuracy and robustness.
KICT has developed an effective structural monitoring technique to monitor massive infrastructures, such as long-span bridges. The method uses multi-fidelity data fusion to combine point and distributed strain sensors for accurate responses over whole infrastructures.
A joint research project between Korea and UK successfully tested AR services on Seoul Subway Line No. 8, demonstrating immersive multimedia experiences with speeds up to 30 times faster than current transmission rates. The test utilized a 5G mobile backhaul network, enabling simultaneous use of AR-immersive services by 190 users.
Researchers developed a plasmonic isothermal recombinase polymerase amplification (RPA) array chip that can detect 8 types of pathogens, including bacteria and viruses, in 30 minutes. The technology has been patented in Korea, the US, and China, and is planned to be applied for approval from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
A Korean research team developed a technology generating various vibrations using LED light signals, allowing for localized and varied tactile sensations. The technology, developed by ETRI, is expected to be applied to industries such as automobiles and electronics, offering improved feedback and durability.
Researchers at KIST have created a large-scale CO2 conversion system using a sea urchin-shaped nano copper catalyst, which increases catalytic activity and yields ethylene by over 50%. The findings suggest that increasing copper hydroxide content is key to enhancing efficiency.
Researchers have developed a zeolite-based nanocatalyst that achieves 2.5-times higher ammonia decomposition performance than conventional commercial catalysts while using only 40% of ruthenium metal. This new catalyst overcomes stability issues and enables large-capacity hydrogen transport via ammonia decomposition.
A South Korean research team has developed a high-efficiency flexible thermoelectric device capable of autonomously generating electricity from body heat. The device features a sponge-like configuration that enhances thermal insulation, allowing it to perform better than existing flexible thermoelectric devices.
Researchers developed a new analysis system to study brain function and diseases using 3D artificial brain models. The system allows for precise non-destructive stimuli and real-time measurement of neural signals, providing insights into functional connections between brain cells.
A recent study published in IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering found that high signal heterogeneity from different retinal ganglion cells is essential for efficient transmission of visual information. The research team discovered that certain types of retinal ganglion cells respond similarly to electric ...
A Korean research group has developed a new cell co-culture platform that enables the differentiation of stem cells into desired cell types without special pretreatment. The platform displays surface traits similar to those of the extracellular matrix, providing cells with an environment similar to that of the body.
Researchers at KIST discovered that red ginseng can significantly suppress lung cancer metastasis, with components Rk1 and Rg5 showing effective inhibition. The study developed a microwave processing method to increase the concentration of these components, leading to potential anti-cancer effects.
Researchers developed a technique to manufacture fiber electronic components with desired electrode structures by wrapping electrodes around thread. The resulting fiber photodiodes can detect light and measure the wearer's pulse from their fingertips.
Researchers used LED lights to measure collective brain activities in a group of mice, finding that gamma bursts were reduced during social interactions. The findings suggest a 'social buffering effect,' where being together reduces stress and anxiety.
Researchers at KIMM developed an all-round gripper technology that can handle objects of various shapes and sizes. The gripper's soft structure allows it to perfectly match the target object contour, providing a firm grip and preventing damage.
A non-invasive electroceutical developed to detect early preterm labor and suppress uterine contractions. The device uses a donut-shaped electrode inserted into the cervix to sense signals of uterine contractions, providing a potential breakthrough in preventing premature birth.
Researchers developed a ceramic fuel cell with reduced nickel content, improving stability and performance by 1.5 times compared to conventional cells. The new technology suppresses reduction-oxidation failure, allowing for frequent start-ups in applications like electric vehicles.
Scientists have developed a platinum-gold alloy catalyst that enables efficient hydrogen peroxide production from hydrogen and oxygen at room temperature. The new process achieves a selectivity of 95%, reducing the formation of unwanted water byproducts.
Researchers at KIST Brain Science Institute and NYU discovered that hippocampus uses distinct information processing mechanisms to encode spatial information, including rate code and phase code. This understanding can improve diagnosis and treatment of brain disorders like Alzheimer's and amnesia, as well as inspire AI advancements.
A Korean research team developed a wearable sensor that can detect illegal drugs in sweat using nanomaterials technology, enabling fast and highly sensitive drug detection. The technology overcomes traditional methods' limitations and has the potential to address social problems related to drug distribution and abuse.
Researchers at ETRI developed a software that can accurately predict the level of VR sickness based on artificial intelligence technology. The technology analyzes the correlation between VR elements and sickness using machine learning and biomarker pattern detection.
Researchers developed a 5G indoor DAS technology that can receive millimeter wave-based broadband signals and transmit them into buildings. The technology significantly improves transmission capacity, equipment size, and deployment cost compared to conventional systems.
A team of researchers developed an AI analysis method to diagnose prostate cancer from urine within twenty minutes with almost 100% accuracy. The technique utilizes multiple cancer factors in urine to enhance diagnostic accuracy innovatively.
A light-weight, wirelessly controlled brain stimulator has been developed to treat cerebral infarction using wearable wireless ultrasound devices. The device significantly improved motor functions in a rat stroke model, paving the way for non-invasive neurorehabilitation therapy.
Researchers at KIST achieved a pulsed-laser repetition rate of 57.8 GHz by inserting a graphene resonator into a fiber-optic oscillator. This breakthrough overcomes the MHz-level limit and paves the way for significant increases in data transmission and processing speeds.
Researchers developed a peptide-based photosensitizer that activates in cancer tissues only and destroys cancer cells without affecting surrounding normal cells. The new technology allows for repeated treatment with long-term release of the agent, reducing side effects associated with traditional phototherapy methods.
Researchers developed flexible thermoelectric devices that can generate electricity from human skin temperature, overcoming limitations of existing rigid devices. The new technology allows for mass production of wearable devices with high power generation performance, solving the power-source issue for battery-based sensor systems.
Researchers have developed a new principle for next-generation semiconductor memory development, utilizing nanomagnetism to control data storage. The technology reduces power consumption by up to 60% compared to conventional spin devices.