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Scientists use fungal networks to improve robotics

Posted on January 13, 2025December 17, 2024 by Sciworthy

Researchers found robots attached to a network of king oyster mushrooms interacted more closely with their environment.

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    Gamers characterize human gut microbes

    Posted on November 18, 2024November 11, 2024 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

    Researchers developed a video game that allows non-scientists to assist in analyzing genome sequences of microorganisms in the human…

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      Researchers develop new eco-friendly fashion

      Posted on November 11, 2024November 11, 2024 by Bhargabi Banerjee

      Scientists modified bacteria to produce an eco-friendly, self-coloring leather substitute, in a step toward sustainable fashion.

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        How well can AI diagnose lung cancer?

        Posted on October 2, 2023December 4, 2023 by Ankita Murmu

        Researchers developed an artificial intelligence tool that surpassed doctors in identifying patients at high risk of lung cancer from their…

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          New LED technology could make phone screens flexible

          Posted on July 31, 2023December 5, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

          Scientists added soft molecules to a light-emitting polymer used in phone displays, so it could stretch to twice its original size while…

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            Modified solar cell produces power at night

            Posted on June 8, 2023May 26, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

            Scientists installed a special generator onto an existing solar cell so it can use temperature changes to generate power from radiative…

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              Could sodium-ion batteries replace lithium-ion batteries in electronics?

              Posted on April 17, 2023April 17, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

              Scientists designed a unique hybrid material that stores sodium, which could improve performance and reliability of sodium-ion batteries for…

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                New implantable device for fighting muscle atrophy

                Posted on March 27, 2023April 17, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

                Scientists developed a new biomedical device that adheres to muscle tissue and delivers contractions, promoting tissue regeneration.

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                  Building better robots

                  Posted on February 23, 2023February 22, 2023 by Melisa Yashinski

                  Scientists developed a new model to improve the gripping performance of electroadhesive clutches in robots. Their upgraded cyber-hand was…

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                    Engineering bacteria to fight antibiotic-resistant strains

                    Posted on February 16, 2023February 16, 2023 by Ruby Costigan

                    Scientists engineered live bacteria to fight other, harmful bacteria that cause lung infections. This could be another way to tackle…

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