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WPI researchers to develop robotic arm for wheelchairs

Researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute are developing a lightweight, flexible robotic arm that enables wheelchair users to safely grasp and carry objects out of reach. The project builds on origami-inspired designs and novel fabrication methods for modules made of lightweight plastics, 3D printed components, and sensors.

SourceWorcester Polytechnic Institute·DateFeb 18, 2025

Recyclable plastic for the printer

Researchers have introduced a new class of polymers called polythioenones, which are mechanically and chemically recyclable and suitable for 3D printing. These polythioenones demonstrate better mechanical properties than conventional polyolefins thanks to a special ring-shaped building block.

SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 13, 2025
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.

NUS scientists develop realistic ‘micro-gut’ model to study the relationship between gut microbes and human diseases

Researchers developed a 3D microscopic version of the human intestines on a chip, allowing for real-time examination of gut microbes' interactions with the human intestine. The 'Gut-Microbiome on a chip' model enables the study of complex interplay between gut microbes and health, facilitating targeted microbiome-based interventions.

SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalAdvanced Science·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 9, 2025

Personalized cancer treatment using 3D bioprinting technology

A new 3D bioprinted gastric cancer model successfully replicates the unique characteristics of individual patients' tissues, predicting drug responses and prognosis with high accuracy. This innovative platform enables rapid evaluation within two weeks, contributing to personalized cancer treatment development.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Science·DateFeb 7, 2025

Self-assembling cerebral blood vessels: A breakthrough in Alzheimer’s treatment

A team of researchers has developed a novel model of the Blood-Brain Barrier, which mimics the complex structure of cerebral blood vessels. This breakthrough enables scientists to study neuroinflammation and develop new therapeutic strategies for Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalBiomaterials Research·DateFeb 3, 2025
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

With generative AI, MIT chemists quickly calculate 3D genomic structures

Researchers use generative AI to predict chromatin structures in single cells, overcoming limitations of existing experimental methods. The technique can generate thousands of structure predictions in minutes, enabling faster study of how 3D genome organization affects gene expression.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience Advances·DateJan 31, 2025

3D models of uveal melanoma offer hope for improved treatments

Researchers at Mayo Clinic developed patient-derived organoid models to study uveal melanoma, a common type of eye cancer. These 3D models accurately represent the disease's genetic and biological characteristics, enabling better understanding and treatment development.

SourceMayo Clinic·JournalInvestigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science·DateJan 29, 2025

The Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation partners with the Technology Innovation Institute to further drug discovery and disease modeling in neurology

The collaboration aims to develop advanced 3D mini-brain models for replicating human brain architecture, enabling researchers to explore neurological diseases and screen drug candidates. The platform offers a high-throughput screening method for rapid testing of potential drug candidates.

SourceTerasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation·TypeNews article·DateJan 27, 2025
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.

AI transforms label-free photoacoustic microscopy into confocal microscopy: A new frontiers in cell imaging technology

Researchers developed an AI-powered technology that transforms low-resolution, label-free images into high-resolution, virtually stained ones without fluorescent dyes. This innovation delivers stable and accurate cell visualization, overcoming limitations of traditional imaging methods.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 16, 2025

KAIST research team develops stretchable microelectrodes array for organoid signal monitoring​

The KAIST research team developed a highly stretchable microelectrode array to monitor organoids' functions, enabling real-time analysis of their states. The technology showed promise in high-throughput drug screening applications, revealing changes in signal characteristics according to size and identifying potential drug interactions.

SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 14, 2025
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

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A new way to create realistic 3D shapes using generative AI

Researchers develop a simple fix to an existing technique, enabling the generation of sharp, high-quality 3D shapes that rival top model-generated 2D images. The new approach improves upon previous methods by avoiding costly retraining and complex postprocessing.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateDec 4, 2024
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

New model advances our understanding of quantum black holes

Researchers have developed a mathematical model that provides strong evidence for the cosmic censorship conjecture in three dimensions, suggesting singularities inside black holes will always be hidden. The model has implications for quantum gravity and advances efforts to understand thermodynamic properties of black holes.

SourceKing's College London·DateNov 28, 2024

Breakthrough in scalable production of high-quality organoids

Researchers developed a platform to produce mature, uniform organoids using a three-dimensional engineered membrane. This breakthrough enables consistent quality and improved efficiency for practical applications in clinical trials and drug development.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 25, 2024

New study investigates link between fat and cancer

Researchers at Anglia Ruskin University are investigating the complex relationship between fat tissue and colorectal cancer. The study aims to enhance knowledge of the tumour microenvironment, uncover new molecules crucial for cancer growth, and develop more effective treatments.

SourceAnglia Ruskin University·DateNov 14, 2024
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GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

12,000-year old stones may be very early evidence of wheel-like technology

A study published in PLOS ONE suggests that 12,000-year-old stones from Israel may have been used as spindle whorls to turn fibers into yarn, representing a key milestone in the development of rotational tools including wheels. The stones feature a circular shape with a central hole, allowing them to rotate faster and more efficiently.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateNov 13, 2024

NeuroMechFly v2: Simulating how fruit flies see, smell, and navigate

NeuroMechFly v2 simulates how a fruit fly navigates through its environment while reacting to sights, smells, and obstacles. The model can track moving objects visually or navigate towards an odor source, while avoiding obstacles in its path, enabling researchers to study brain-body coordination and animal intelligence.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Methods·DateNov 12, 2024

A new milestone in the study of octopus arms

Researchers developed a high-fidelity computational model to capture octopus arm muscular architecture and its complex movements. The model uses topology, dynamics, and control to simplify muscle contraction patterns and replicate octopus arm capabilities.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 11, 2024
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

UVA engineering professor will augment his students’ reality this spring

Devin Harris and his team have developed an augmented reality app, STRUCT-AR, that allows students to 'stress test' virtual bridges, beams, frames, and trusses. The app, which is set to be tested this spring, aims to improve students' understanding of structural behavior by providing a more interactive and immersive learning experience.

SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·DateNov 6, 2024

Vesalius’ historical “manikins” displayed together for first time

Researchers at Barrow Neurological Institute collected and displayed Vesalius' anatomical manikins for the first time, showcasing their enduring influence on modern anatomic teaching. The display highlights the significance of these works in revolutionizing anatomical education and training.

SourceDignity Health Arizona·JournalNeurosurgery·DateNov 1, 2024

Building safer cities with AI: Machine learning model enhances urban resilience against liquefaction

A machine learning model predicts soil behavior during earthquakes, identifying areas vulnerable to liquefaction and providing contour maps for safer construction sites. The study uses geological data to create detailed 3D maps of soil layers, improving prediction accuracy by 20%.

SourceShibaura Institute of Technology·JournalSmart Cities·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 28, 2024
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

How mammals got their stride

A new study published in Science Advances provides insights into the complex and nonlinear transition of mammal evolution from sprawled to upright posture. Researchers used cutting-edge methods to analyze fossil data and biomechanical modeling, revealing that locomotor performance peaked and dipped over millions of years.

SourceHarvard University, Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology·JournalScience Advances·DateOct 25, 2024

Birth: It’s a tight squeeze for chimpanzees, too

Researchers found that chimpanzees have a similarly narrow pelvis to humans, contradicting previous theories. The study proposes a new hypothesis that the obstetrical dilemma developed gradually and became increasingly exacerbated over evolution.

SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalNature Ecology & Evolution·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 23, 2024

Tiny tumor model recreates cancer metastasis

Researchers created a 3D-printed model to mimic the conditions that spur cancer cells' spread, allowing them to visualize this process in real-time. The model revealed a mechanism where low oxygen levels promote metastasis through lowering pH levels.

SourceNew York University·JournalLife Science Alliance·TypeMeta-analysis·DateOct 23, 2024
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Falling for it: A micro-scale look at how parachute fibers act under stress

Parachute fibers' behavior under stress was studied using micro-CT scans, revealing they are not isotropic and respond differently to increasing loads. The findings inform processes like parachute assembly and improve models for screening parachute materials, making industries more cost-effective and time-efficient.

SourceBeckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology·JournalAIAA Journal·DateOct 21, 2024

Turtle genome provides new clues on the evolution of vertebrates

The study of turtle genomes provides crucial information for the development of effective conservation strategies and the understanding of the evolution of sex chromosomes. Researchers have identified a novel three-dimensional chromatin conformation in both lineages, allowing for centromere-telomere interactions.

SourceUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona·JournalGenome Research·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 21, 2024

Human skin map gives 'recipe' to build skin and could help prevent scarring

Researchers created a single cell atlas of prenatal human skin, providing a molecular recipe for building skin. The study also led to the creation of a mini organ model that grows hair, offering insights into scarless skin repair and potential clinical applications in regenerative medicine.

SourceWellcome Trust Sanger Institute·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 16, 2024
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

Feet first: AI reveals how infants connect with their world

A new study published in Scientific Reports reveals the importance of foot movement in early infant development and interaction. By using machine and deep learning techniques, researchers found that AI can accurately classify five-second clips of 3D infant movements, with foot movements showing the highest accuracy rates.

SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 1, 2024

Paving the way for new treatments

Researchers at Mizzou have developed Cryo2Struct, a computer program that uses AI to build the three-dimensional atomic structure of large protein complexes from cryo-electron microscopy images. This breakthrough enables scientists to better understand protein interactions, critical for developing effective treatments for diseases like...

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 23, 2024

AI model can reveal the structures of crystalline materials

A new AI model called Crystalyze can analyze X-ray crystallography data to determine the structure of powdered crystals. The model was trained on a database of over 150,000 materials and successfully predicted structures for over 100 previously unsolved patterns.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateSep 19, 2024
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

A molecular signal works its magic from inside a straitjacket

Researchers at UCSF used cryogenic electron microscopy to study the protein TGF-Beta, which plays a crucial role in development and cancer. They found that TGF-Beta can signal even when bound to a 'straitjacket' within the cell membrane, challenging decades-old dogma on its function.

SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalCell·DateSep 16, 2024

Wildland firefighters hit their STRIDE

Researchers from University of Utah introduced Simulating Travel Rates in Diverse Environments (STRIDE) model to predict walking travel times with unprecedented accuracy. The model considers slope steepness, vegetation density, and ground surface roughness for efficient routes.

SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalScientific Reports·DateSep 16, 2024

Gingold to conduct in-air 3D modeling

Yotam Gingold's NSF-funded project focuses on developing in-air 3D drawing tools, sonification techniques, and verbal 3D editing tools, enabling superhuman abilities in digital shape design and perception.

SourceGeorge Mason University·DateSep 9, 2024

The Roman siege of Masada lasted just a few weeks, not several years

Researchers at Tel Aviv University used modern technologies to challenge the long-held myth that the Roman siege of Masada lasted three years. The study found that the siege actually lasted no more than a few weeks, using precise measurements and 3D digital modeling to calculate the time it took to build the siege system.

SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalJournal of Roman Archaeology·DateSep 5, 2024

HSE scientist optimizes solution of hydrodynamics problems

Roman Gaydukov developed a method to model fluid flow around rotating disks with small surface irregularities, reducing computational time and cost. The approach can accurately predict fluid flow behavior in chemical reactions and has potential applications in industry.

SourceNational Research University Higher School of Economics·JournalRussian Journal of Mathematical Physics·TypeMeta-analysis·DateAug 27, 2024
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

Self-improving AI method increases 3D-printing efficiency

Researchers at Washington State University developed an AI algorithm that optimizes 3D printing settings, reducing time and cost for engineers. The algorithm improved the accuracy and quality of printed models, particularly for complex biomedical devices like kidneys and prostates.

SourceWashington State University·JournalAdvanced Materials Technologies·DateAug 22, 2024
GoPro HERO13 Black

GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.

3D bioprinting advances research on respiratory viruses

Researchers from POSTECH and KRICT created a 3D artificial lung using bioprinting technology, closely mimicking the human respiratory tract. This model allows for accurate testing of COVID-19 drugs and development of therapeutic treatments, potentially shortening the drug development process to under 5 years.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalBiomaterials·DateAug 8, 2024

How the rising earth in Antarctica will impact future sea level rise

A new study suggests that the rising earth in Antarctica will impact future sea level rise, depending on how much global warming is controlled. If humans lower greenhouse gas emissions, upward shifts in solid earth could reduce Antarctica's contribution to sea level rise by about 40%, bolstering best-case scenarios for global sea level...

SourceOhio State University·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 2, 2024
Meta Quest 3 512GB

Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.

Hair follicle models from the 3D printer

A team of scientists has created a 3D-printed model of human hair follicles to test new treatments against hair follicle infections. The model, which replicates the natural environment of hair follicles, allows for early-stage testing of drug candidates without animal testing.

SourceHelmholtz Centre for Infection Research·JournalACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 29, 2024

AI brain images create realistic synthetic data to use in medical research

An AI model developed by King's College London has produced realistic synthetic images of the human brain, supporting medical research on brain diseases like dementia, stroke, and multiple sclerosis. The high-resolution images accurately reflect clinical factors and can be used to tailor treatment plans for individual patients.

SourceKing's College London·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 29, 2024
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.