Revolutionizing programmable metasurfaces with wireless power transfer
The first self-powered programmable metasurfaces for wireless communications harvest ambient energy, adaptively tuning signals without external power cords.
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Sustainable aerogels transform food and electronic waste into pure gold
Researchers pioneered amyloid aerogels made from food waste that can selectively adsorb gold ions from electronic waste, then release pure gold nuggets. The circular approach sustainably valorizes two waste streams into new value.
Machine learning innovations and applications in nanotechnology
Explore how machine learning impacts nanoscience and nanotechnology, leading to breakthroughs in material science, diagnostics, and energy solutions.
New tech harvests both magnetic and ultrasound energy to safely power medical implants
Novel dual energy harvesting device combines magnetic field and ultrasonic waves to safely generate over 50 mW - enough to swiftly recharge pacemakers without surgery.
Water-reactive liquid metal composite grows for stretchable electronics
Discover a self-growing liquid metal composite that reacts with water for stretchable circuits, soft robotics, and more. This breakthrough enables direct printing of responsive electronics.
Graphene micro supercapacitors enhance flexibility and performance in wearable technology
Scientists leverage additive-free 3D printing process to construct exceptionally customizable and high-performing graphene-based micro-supercapacitors tailored for on-chip energy storage.
Interface-engineered molybdenum oxide catalyst significantly boosts sustainable amine synthesis
Innovative defective carbon layer coatings that optimize molybdenum oxide grain interfaces substantially enhance reductive C-N coupling, enabling greener and more selective amine chemical synthesis.
Flexible sensor uniquely mimics complex touch and perception of human skin
Nnew stretchable biomimetic multimodal receptor built with kirigami film engineering and thermoelectric nanomaterials can switch between 2D and 3D modes to detect range of stimuli.