Man Used 80 Discarded Vape Batteries to Power an Electric Scooter Proving the Importance of E-Waste
A clever graduate has used 80 discarded vape batteries to power his e-scooter—and to make a point about waste.
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Ultrasound Scanners Inside of a Bra Could Detect Breast Cancer Earlier, and Between Screenings
The device was developed at MIT, at once worn, it allows the user to move an ultrasound tracker across the bra and check for tumors.
Commercial Cargo Ship is Crossing Ocean Using 'Wind Wings' Like High-Tech Sails
It seems a bit silly, but merchant shipping which long ago ditched its sails for internal combustion is now switching back
Paralyzed Woman 'Speaks' with Brain Signals Turned into Talking Avatar in World First
The tech can decode the signals at a rate of 80 words a minute, while an audio recording of her voice from her wedding day gives them life.
Robot Medic Can Roll Into Hazardous Environments to Provide Medical Treatment Where Doctors Can't (WATCH)
A new robotic medic could save lives in places, like radiation zones, too dangerous for doctors to enter–but operated by humans remotely.
Scientists Have Developed New Material That is as Flexible as Elastic But Tough as Steel
We may soon have fabrics and clothing that is as stretchy as a rubber band while simultaneously being as durable as steel.
MIT Scientists Accidentally Discover 'Blackest Black' Material Ever, Inspired by Artist Who Uses it to Amaze Audiences
MIT researchers had been developing carbon nanotubes with pantry ingredients-and when they used salt, they were startled by its resulting color, or lack it.
Scientists Develop New Material to Make Lithium Ion Batteries Self-Healing and Easily Recyclable
Since the material can simply dissolve in water at room temperature, the researchers say it is particularly energy-efficient and eco-friendly.
New Lightweight Material From MIT Scientists is Stronger Than Steel and as Light as Plastic
MIT Chemical engineers have created a new material that is stronger than steel, as light as plastic, and can be easily manufactured in large quantities.
Simple Urine Test Could Detect a Deadly Brain Tumor that Can Kill Within 12 Months
Led by a team at Japan's Nagoya University, scientists were able to successfully detect IDH1 mutation, a characteristic mutation of gliomas.
Robotic Glove that 'Feels' Lends a 'Hand' to Those Relearning to Play Piano After a Stroke
Using AI to help coordinate the fingers, they programmed the glove to detect twelve different errors that can occur when striking a piano key.
Ancient Mayan City Hidden for Over 1,000 Years Discovered by LiDAR
The discovery began with LIDAR surveys in March of 2023, revealing multiple prehispanic structures in an area bigger than Luxembourg.
Apple Watch Saves Woman from Pulmonary Embolism While She Slept
The Apple Watch was able to detect it because unlike similar devices it measures heart rate also while the wearer is sleeping.
Grocery Carts Can Tell Researchers Who May Be at Risk for Stroke -And 39 Shoppers Were Diagnosed
Grocery carts (trollies) in Liverpool were fitted with sensors that could identify people at risk of a stroke-and dozens were diagnosed.
Tiny Scaled Robot Inspired by a Pangolin Can Roll About and Could Deliver Lifesaving Medications
When most of us think of the word "robot" we think of something made of hard metal and wires but that's not entirely accurate.
A Paralyzed Man Walks Again Using Device that Connects His Thoughts to His Spinal Cord
It's long been supposed that implants could connect prosthetics to the brain in a way that stimulates nervous system commands.
Firefighting Drone Can Douse Wildfires From Above the Hillsides Where Firefighters Can't Go
In a demonstration video, a pile of burning roadside brush the size of a 4-door sedan was snuffed out by the jets in about 15 seconds.
Hope for Tinnius Sufferers After Device Found to Reduce Ear Ringing by 60%
More than 60% of participants reported significantly reduced tinnitus symptoms after the six weeks of active treatment.
Cheap New Smartphone App Monitors Blood Pressure-Through Your Fingertips
To measure blood pressure, the user simply presses the clip. A customized app guides them on how hard and long to push during the measurement.
Creating Electricity From Moisture in the Air, Even in the Sahara Desert
It creates a charge imbalance, like that in a cloud, as the upper part increased its charge relative to the lower part
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