A research team has successfully removed the primary obstacle to post-silicon computing by creating a record-breaking electronic connection for atomic-thin materials. The new GaOx layer enables 'hybrid tunnelling' mechanism, reducing contact resistance and allowing transistors to operate at much lower voltages without sacrificing speed.
SourceInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·JournalInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·DateMay 8, 2026
Researchers have developed a room-temperature method to separate battery electrode materials from aluminum foil, preserving valuable cathode materials. The process produces clean hydrogen as a byproduct and can be repeated multiple times with high efficiency.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 12, 2026
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.
Recent scientific review highlights Ga-LMs' natural fluidity, high electrical conductivity, and biocompatibility, making them suitable for wearable health monitoring systems, soft robots, and implantable medical devices. Advanced patterning techniques enable precise fabrication of Ga-LM-based circuits for high-performance HMIs.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·DateMar 20, 2026
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.
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.
SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 8, 2026
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.
Researchers have successfully grown platinum crystals in liquid metal using a powerful X-ray technique. The study reveals the formation and growth of crystals within liquid metals like Gallium, which could be used to create new materials for hydrogen extraction and quantum computing applications.
SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalNature Communications·TypeImaging analysis·DateNov 24, 2025
A new composite material made from a recyclable polymer infused with microscopic droplets of liquid metal alloy can be broken down through a simple chemical process, freeing the metal for reuse. The material also has self-healing properties, allowing it to be cut, rearranged, and bonded back together using only heat and pressure.
SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateOct 22, 2025
Researchers have developed flexible electrodes that mimic skin's softness and stretchability, enabling stable high-quality signals. Composite designs combining metallic systems are being explored to balance flexibility, conductivity, and transparency.
SourceInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·JournalInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·DateOct 16, 2025
Researchers at Yunnan University developed a strategy to improve the performance of printable mesoscopic perovskite solar cells by using liquid gallium nanodroplets as a heteroepitaxial template. The study achieved over 20% efficiency and exceptional stability, paving the way for scalable printing of high-performance solar cells.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 11, 2025
Researchers develop flexible batteries with internal voltage regulation using liquid metal microfluidic perfusion and plasma-based reversible bonding techniques. This technology addresses limitations of traditional rigid batteries.
SourceInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·JournalInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·DateSep 17, 2025
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.
The ORNL-led FIRE Collaboratives will focus on closing critical gaps in fusion materials, blanket and coolant technology, liquid metal components, and reactor modeling. The project aims to develop a new paradigm for fusion plasma-facing materials and accelerate the deployment of next-generation PFCs.
A new material has been developed by Virginia Tech researchers that can be recycled, reconfigured, and self-healed after damage. The material, called vitrimer circuit boards, offers a more sustainable alternative to traditional electronic composites.
SourceVirginia Tech·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 2, 2025
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.
SourceInstitute of Science Tokyo·JournalWater Reuse·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 12, 2025
Researchers developed a novel approach to address thermal challenges in electric vehicle charging using a gallium-based liquid metal flexible charging connector. The LMFCC demonstrated excellent flexibility, high transmission stability, and efficient heat dissipation.
SourceHigher Education Press·JournalEngineering·DateMar 14, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
The researchers created a chemotaxic biomimetic liquid metallic entity that exhibits various behaviors like engulfing foreign substances and changing shape, similar to living cells. These liquid metal structures can autonomously climb slopes and move through complicated surfaces with versatility and potential for future applications.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalMatter·DateFeb 12, 2025
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.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalMaterials Horizons·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 2, 2024
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.
SourceYokohama National University·JournalNanomaterials·DateNov 8, 2024
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.
SourceVirginia Tech·JournalNature Electronics·DateOct 24, 2024
Liquid-based electronic materials offer inherent flexibility and conformability, mitigating mechanical mismatches between human tissues and electronic devices. These materials have been demonstrated in various applications such as strain sensors, touch sensors, implantable stimulators, encapsulation solutions, and adhesives.
SourceIndustrial Chemistry & Materials·JournalIndustrial Chemistry and Materials·TypeLiterature review·DateOct 10, 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.
Researchers at UW have created a flexible, durable electronic prototype that converts body heat into electricity, powering small electronics like batteries or sensors. The device is also resilient and can be used in various applications, including wearables and data centers.
SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateSep 10, 2024