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New substrate material for flexible electronics could help combat e-waste

A new substrate material developed at MIT, University of Utah, and Meta enables not only the recycling of materials and components but also scalable manufacture of complex multilayered circuits. The material's design allows for easy processing and dissolving, making it suitable for recycling precious metals and microchips.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalRSC Applied Polymers·DateAug 6, 2024
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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NUS researchers develop a novel technique to fabricate three-dimensional circuits for advanced electronics

The NUS researchers developed a state-of-the-art technique called CHARM3D to fabricate three-dimensional electronic circuits with high electrical conductivity, self-healing capabilities, and recyclability. This new technique enables the printing of free-standing metallic structures without support materials or external pressure.

SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalNature Electronics·DateJul 29, 2024

Revealed: Neurons that help create infant-mother bonds in young mice

Neurons in the brain's zona incerta (ZI) are activated by maternal presence, reducing infant distress and stress hormone levels. The study suggests that these neurons integrate sensory signals to facilitate social interactions, providing a potential entry point for studying infant development.

SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateJul 25, 2024

Foam fluidics showcase Rice lab’s creative approach to circuit design

Engineers have shown that air flow through open-cell foam can be used to perform digital computation, analog sensing, and combined digital-analog control in soft textile-based wearable systems. The researchers designed foam-based fluidic resistors to create two-dimensional pneumatic logic circuits embedded in textile-based devices.

SourceRice University·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 24, 2024
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

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Researchers identify brain circuits tied to the behavior of schooling fish

Studies in glassfish reveal that vision plays a crucial role in coordinated schooling behavior, with maturity also essential for developing this ability. Researchers discovered that older fish can distinguish between movement patterns of their social partners, allowing them to align their bodies and swim together effectively.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 17, 2024

New technology to control the brain using magnetic fields developed

Researchers have developed Nano-MIND technology, which uses magnetism to selectively activate specific deep brain neural circuits, modulating complex brain functions such as cognition and emotion. The technology has been successfully tested in animals, demonstrating its potential to regulate feeding behaviors and maternal instincts.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Nanotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 17, 2024

How a gene for obesity affects the brain

A study reveals that the gene SH2B1 controls feeding and energy expenditure, with mutations associated with obesity and metabolic diseases. Enhancing SH2B activity may offer a promising treatment for obesity and related conditions with fewer side effects.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalAdvanced Science·DateJul 15, 2024

Study reveals how an anesthesia drug induces unconsciousness

Researchers discovered that propofol, a commonly used anesthesia drug, induces unconsciousness by causing the brain to become increasingly unstable. This instability leads to chaotic brain activity, resulting in loss of consciousness. The study's findings could help develop better tools for monitoring patients during general anesthesia.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNeuron·DateJul 15, 2024
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Researchers uncover brain region’s role in hearing and learning

A University of Maryland study reveals how the brain adapts to different listening situations, with the orbitofrontal cortex playing a central role. The findings may have implications for human health and well-being, particularly in conditions such as autism, dyslexia, or schizophrenia.

SourceUniversity of Maryland·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeObservational study·DateJul 11, 2024

Scientists discover way to “grow” sub-nanometer sized transistors

Researchers develop a novel method for epitaxial growth of 1D metallic materials with widths less than 1 nm, enabling ultra-miniaturized transistor devices. The technology shows promise for next-generation semiconductors and basic materials science.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Nanotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 3, 2024
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

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Implantable microphone could lead to fully internal cochlear implants

Researchers at MIT and Mass Eye and Ear have developed an implantable microphone that performs as well as commercial external hearing aid microphones. The tiny sensor measures miniscule movements on the underside of the ear drum using a biocompatible piezoelectric material, overcoming a major challenge in fully internal cochlear implants.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateJul 2, 2024

Finding the sweet spot in brain development

A study by Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory researchers has discovered a crucial receptor protein that regulates the timing of temporary neural connections in the developing brain. Without this protein, mice exhibit atypical behaviors, highlighting its potential role in shaping brain circuits and preventing neurodevelopmental disorders.

SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 1, 2024

Wireless receiver blocks interference for better mobile device performance

Researchers developed a novel millimeter-wave multiple-input-multiple-output (MIMO) wireless receiver architecture that can block stronger spatial interference, improving device performance. The new design uses a special circuit to target and cancel out unwanted signals earlier in the receiver chain.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateJun 27, 2024
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No assembly required

The Freeform Multi-material Assembly Process allows for the creation of complex devices with multiple materials, including plastics, metals, and semiconductors. This novel 3D printing and laser process enables the manufacture of multi-layered sensors, circuit boards, and even textiles with electronic components.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 24, 2024

Towards error-free quantum computing: A symbolic model checking approach to verify quantum circuits

Researchers developed a symbolic model checking approach to verify quantum circuits, addressing the gap between model-checking quantum programs and quantum circuits. They used Maude programming language to formally specify and verify quantum circuits, confirming their correctness and paving the way for error-free quantum computing.

SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalPeerJ Computer Science·DateJun 21, 2024
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

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Wirelessly powered relay will help bring 5G technology to smart factories

A team of scientists from Tokyo Institute of Technology has developed a novel 5G relay that can be powered wirelessly at a lower frequency of 5.7 GHz, enabling wider coverage and range for devices. This innovative design offers improved power conversion efficiency and versatility, making it an ideal solution for smart factories.

SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 16, 2024
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

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Neural balance in the brain is associated with brain maturity and better cognitive ability

A study found that neural balance, measured by the E/I ratio, is associated with brain maturity and better cognitive ability. Research suggests that as children develop, their E/I ratios decrease, leading to improved performance in cognitive tests.

SourceNational University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJun 13, 2024

Breakthrough in next-generation memory technology!

A research team at Pohang University of Science & Technology has developed a new type of hafnia-based ferroelectric memory device that can store 16 levels of data per unit transistor. The device operates at low voltages, high speeds and exhibits stable characteristics.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalScience Advances·DateJun 12, 2024

First week after birth is critical for development of senses

Research at the University of Zurich reveals that the first week after birth is a critical period for the development of senses, particularly smell and touch. Olfactory stimuli can induce neural activity across multiple brain regions, including areas responsible for non-olfactory sensory processing.

SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 11, 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.

New milestone for lithium metal batteries

Researchers at Pohang University of Science & Technology developed a hybrid porous structure using polyvinyl alcohol, enabling uniform lithium electrodeposition. The new design facilitated the transport of lithium ions, reducing 'dead Li' areas and internal short circuits, resulting in high stability after 200 charge-discharge cycles.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Science·DateMay 23, 2024
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

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How AI helps programming a quantum computer

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck developed a novel method using diffusion models to generate quantum circuits. The model can produce accurate and flexible circuits, including those tailored to specific quantum hardware connections.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 21, 2024

Illuminating neuro-vascular dynamics throughout the body: 3D-printed implants and bioluminescence duet shed light on brain–spinal interactions

A team of visionaries at the Carney Institute developed 3D-printed brain and spinal cord implants, revolutionizing surgical implantations and optical access. Bioluminescence imaging overcomes limitations of traditional fluorescent microscopy, providing unprecedented observation of neural and vascular activity.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalNeurophotonics·DateMay 20, 2024

Brain wiring predicted adolescents’ emotional health during COVID-19 pandemic

The study found that brain circuits associated with emotion, reward, and pain processing predicted adolescents' stress, negative emotions, and mental health. Greater robustness of the salience network conferred emotional resilience, while weaker connections in certain parts of the brain were linked to higher stress and sadness.

SourceBoston Children's Hospital·JournalCerebral Cortex·DateMay 16, 2024
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

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How does the brain turn waves of light into experiences of color?

Columbia University neuroscientists have identified brain-cell circuitry in fruit flies that converts raw sensory signals into color perceptions, which could underlie how creatures large and small see wavelengths of light as information-rich hues. The discovery reveals a complex neural mechanism responsible for hue selectivity, allowin...

SourceColumbia University·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 16, 2024

New study links autism spectrum disorder to disrupted developmental dopamine

Researchers discovered a link between disrupted developmental dopamine signaling and autism spectrum disorder, highlighting the importance of studying neural development pathways. The study found that dopaminergic signaling disruptions led to neural circuit abnormalities and behavioral phenotypes reminiscent of autism in zebrafish larvae.

SourceElsevier·JournalAmerican Journal Of Pathology·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 15, 2024

X-chromosome inactivation may reduce autism risk

Researchers found a bias in X-chromosome inactivation that protects females from harmful mutations linked to autism. The study suggests the paternal X chromosome is inactivated in 60% of cells, preventing mutation effects.

SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalCell Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 26, 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.

Novel material supercharges innovation in electrostatic energy storage

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have developed a novel 2D/3D/2D heterostructure material that can minimize energy loss while preserving ferroelectric material properties. The new structure achieved an energy density up to 19 times higher than commercially available capacitors and efficiency over 90%.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalScience·DateApr 18, 2024

A chip unique in the world

Researchers at UPV and iPRONICS have developed a groundbreaking photonic chip that can implement twelve basic functionalities required by various systems. This chip allows on-demand programming and interconnecting wireless and photonic segments of communication networks, increasing efficiency and reducing bottlenecks.

SourceUniversitat Politècnica de València·JournalNature Communications·TypeMeta-analysis·DateApr 15, 2024

Connecting lab-grown brain cells provides insight into how our own brains work

Researchers at The University of Tokyo successfully connected lab-grown brain-mimicking tissue using axonal bundles, mimicking natural brain connections. This breakthrough enables the study of complex brain networks and their role in various neurological and psychiatric conditions.

SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 10, 2024

Fuelling nerve cell function and plasticity

Researchers at University of Cologne's CECAD Cluster of Excellence discovered that mitochondrial fusion boosts new neuron plasticity. The study found that as new neurons mature, their mitochondria fuse to acquire elongated shapes, sustaining synaptic plasticity and refining brain circuits.

SourceUniversity of Cologne·JournalNeuron·DateApr 5, 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.

A high-boost and high-efficiency DC power converter

The new circuit design uses resonant tank circuits to store energy during switching periods, reducing losses and increasing efficiency. It also employs a planar transformer for compactness and good thermal performance. The prototype achieved an unprecedented 91.3% energy efficiency and reduced electromagnetic noise.

SourceKobe University·JournalIEEE Transactions on Power Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 1, 2024

Super permeable wearable electronics developed for stable, long-term biosignal monitoring by scientists at City University of Hong Kong

Researchers create universal method for creating wearable electronics with increased sweat permeability, enabling reliable long-term monitoring of biosignals. The device allows for continuous and stable monitoring of vital signs without signal disruption from perspiration.

SourceCommunications and Institutional Research Office, City University of Hong Kong·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 27, 2024
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

Advancing toward wearable stretchable electronics

Researchers at Stanford have created skin-like integrated circuits that are five times smaller and operate at one thousand times higher speeds than earlier versions. These soft electronic devices can drive a micro-LED screen and detect Braille arrays with high sensitivity.

SourceStanford University·JournalNature·DateMar 13, 2024

Researchers design new analog chip architecture with high precision

Newly designed analog chips combine digital and analog computing, providing high precision and low energy consumption. This innovation enables faster development of artificial intelligence (AI) systems and expands applications beyond traditional low-precision territory.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2024
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.

Uncovering the connections between autism, sensory hypersensitivity

The study investigates how different genes related to autism spectrum disorders affect the brain's neural circuits, resulting in heightened sensitivity to sounds. The researchers aim to identify a potential biomarker for sensory hypersensitivity and develop treatments using optogenetics and minocycline.

SourceBeckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology·DateFeb 28, 2024

Mixed-dimensional transistors enable high-performance multifunctional electronic devices

Researchers at City University of Hong Kong developed mixed-dimensional anti-ambipolar transistors for multifunctional electronics, enabling higher information density and lower power consumption. The new technology paves the way for simplified chip circuit design and versatile applications in digital and analog signal processing.

SourceCity University of Hong Kong·JournalDevice·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 23, 2024

Uncovering anxiety: Scientists identify causative pathway and potential cures

Delta opioid receptors play a crucial role in anxiety development, and research reveals its therapeutic effects in animal models. KNT-127, a DOP agonist, reduces anxiety-like behavior by suppressing glutamatergic transmission, offering new potential for treating anxiety disorders.

SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalNeuropsychopharmacology Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 22, 2024

Researchers use deep brain stimulation to map therapeutic targets for four brain disorders

A new study from Mass General Brigham used deep brain stimulation to identify specific brain circuits associated with different disorders, such as Parkinson's disease and obsessive compulsive disorder. The researchers were able to apply these findings to fine-tune DBS treatments and demonstrate preliminary improved results in three cases.

SourceMass General Brigham·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateFeb 22, 2024
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

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World’s first real-time wearable human emotion recognition technology developed!

A groundbreaking technology recognizes human emotions in real time, combining verbal and non-verbal expression data for accurate emotional information extraction. The system features a personalized skin-integrated facial interface that enables self-powered, flexible, and transparent emotion recognition.

SourceUlsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST)·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 22, 2024

An awkward family reunion: Sea monsters are our cousins

A new study from the Stowers Institute for Medical Research has discovered that sea lampreys and humans share an remarkably similar molecular and genetic toolkit in their hindbrain development. The research found a crucial molecular cue, retinoic acid, to be involved in both species' brain stem formation.

SourceStowers Institute for Medical Research·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 21, 2024

Nanoscale manipulation of exciton–trion interconversion in a MoSe2 monolayer via tip-enhanced cavity-spectroscopy

Researchers have developed a novel 'nano active control platform' to control excitons and trions, providing valuable insights into the optical properties of two-dimensional semiconductors. The breakthrough discovery enables real-time analysis of nano-light properties with exceptional spatial resolution.

SourceUlsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST)·JournalNano Letters·DateFeb 21, 2024

Tapping into the 300 GHz band with an innovative CMOS transmitter

Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology developed a 300 GHz-band transmitter that solves issues with high-frequency electromagnetic waves and offers high data rates of up to 108 Gb/s. The proposed solution features a phased-array design, low power consumption, and area efficiency.

SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 20, 2024

Combating fractional spurs in phase locked loops to improve wireless system performance in Beyond 5G

Scientists from Tokyo Tech propose two design techniques to minimize unwanted signals known as fractional spurs, which degrade phase noise in output of the PLL. The first technique uses a cascaded-fractional divider and achieves a -62.1dBc fractional spur, while the second technique employs a pseudo-differential DTC, resulting in an in...

SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 16, 2024
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

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