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Developing a national research program on liquid metals for fusion

The US Department of Energy has launched a national research program on liquid metals for fusion, with Princeton University at the forefront. The program aims to develop liquid metal technology that can protect components from intense heat and improve fusion system performance.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.

Scientists use sunlight and liquid metal to produce clean hydrogen from water

Researchers have created a process to produce clean hydrogen from freshwater and seawater using liquid metals powered by sunlight. The method avoids many obstacles in current hydrogen production methods, including the need for purified water and high costs. The team is working to improve efficiency for commercialization.

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.

Liquid metal tin is the key to sustainable desalination!

A team of scientists has developed a new method for desalination that uses liquid tin to simultaneously purify water and recover valuable metals. The process, powered by concentrated solar energy, can transform desalination brine into a valuable resource.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

Researchers demonstrate self-assembling electronics

A new technique has been demonstrated for self-assembling electronic devices, enabling faster and less expensive production. The method uses a directed metal-ligand reaction to create semiconductor materials with tunable properties.

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.

Beyond wires: Bubble technology powers next-generation electronics

Researchers at Yokohama National University have developed a laser-based bubble printing technique that creates ultra-flexible liquid metal circuits, overcoming traditional wiring limitations. The resulting wiring lines are incredibly thin, conductive, and highly flexible, with potential applications in wearable technology and healthcare.

Virginia Tech team creates new method of flexing on electronics

Researchers developed a novel technique using liquid metal microdroplets to create stair-like structures forming vias that connect circuit layers without drilled holes. This approach enables rapid and parallel fabrication of soft electronic components, overcoming challenges in conventional rigid electronics.

Meta Quest 3 512GB

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