TECHNOLOGY
Detecting Amphetamines On The Spot
Scientists in Korea have developed a fast, sensitive and portable sensor for on-site detection of amphetamines in urine.
Harnessing Sunlight And Body Heat
Scientists in Korea have developed a wearable energy harvesting device that can generate electricity from sunlight and body heat.
Semiconductor Lithography In A Flash
Researchers have successfully used a simple camera flash to produce semiconductor patterns smaller than ten nanometers in size.
An App For Putting Baby Sleep Woes To Bed
Researchers in Japan have developed a mobile app for improving the sleep habits of toddlers.
Detecting TB Using Paper And Smartphones
Scientists in Taiwan have developed a paper-based, smartphone-readable test for the detection of tuberculosis infection.
Wearable Solar Cells That You Can Put In The Wash
Scientists have developed an ultra-thin solar cell that can continue to provide electricity even after being soaked in water or being stretched and compressed.
A Cheap Way To Make Materials Repel Both Water And Oil
By melting the top of cylindrical posts, researchers have created mushroom-shaped nanostructures that give materials the ability to repel both water and oil.
Layers Of Silicon Boost Battery Power
Using a method known as cluster beam deposition, scientists have created silicon nanolayer anodes that boost the power performance of lithium batteries.
Creating Eco-Friendly Rechargeable Batteries
Scientists in Singapore have developed an environmentally friendly, highly conductive organic compound that can be used in rechargeable batteries.
