Researchers used Escher's woodcut to predict crystalline body deformation under external forces, revealing a connection between hyperbolic spaces and plastic deformation. The study proposes a new mathematical description of complex material deformation phenomena.
The Politecnico di Milano has established two new laboratories, MINERVA and ATHENA, to study the microbiota-gut-brain axis. These labs will develop organ-on-a-chip devices that model in vitro the organs involved in this complex interaction.
Researchers have identified a new property in superconductors called dynamical charge density fluctuations in cuprates. These fluctuations affect electrical resistance in the 'normal' state above the superconducting critical temperature.
A new chip has been developed that can replicate the effects of osteoarthritis, allowing for the testing of pharmacological treatments. The chip uses mechanical stress to induce inflammation and degenerative processes, making it a more realistic model for disease development.
A team at Politecnico di Milano has developed an electronic circuit that can solve systems of linear equations in a single operation, accelerating computing by orders of magnitude. The memristor-based circuit boasts superior performance to classical digital computers and even quantum computers, paving the way for AI breakthroughs.
Researchers discover Chinese pyramids exhibit surprising orientation patterns, defying expectations of traditional funerary practices. The study suggests that ancient Chinese emperors intentionally aligned their pyramids to the star Polaris, reflecting a deeper understanding of celestial movements and astronomy.
Researchers developed a mathematical approach to predict crease formation in soft solids, enabling on-demand control of adaptive surface morphology. This breakthrough enables the design and fabrication of morphable materials for stretchable electronics, self-foldable machines, and lab-on-a-chip devices.
The newly discovered room in the Pyramid of Cheops contains a mysterious void, leading researchers to speculate about its function and content. The