TECHNOLOGY
Singaporean Satellites Complete First Space Missions
Two satellites entirely designed and built by teams from Nanyang Technological University have been testing out new technologies in space.
An IV Flow Sensor Inspired By Blind Cave Fish
Researchers have developed an IV flow sensor inspired by the neuromasts that give the blind cave fish its ability to detect its surroundings.
Memory Arrays Made Simple With Nanowires
You can now print memory arrays faster, cheaper and on a large scale with this Korean research team's newly developed technology.
Detecting Breast Cancer With Pressure-Sensitive Gloves
This pressure sensor can maintain accuracy even when bent over a radius of 80 micrometers—twice the width of a human hair.
Chemical Analysis Software To Improve Toxicity Testing
An automated cellular imaging platform accurately predicts the toxicity of chemical compounds—paving the way toward safer products.
Nanocrystallized ‘Glass’ Could Shield Spacecraft From UV Radiation
This nanocrystallized glass effectively absorbs UV rays and can withstand radiation for long periods of time.
‘Observing’ Black Holes From The Comforts Of Home
Astronomers have found that black holes emit visible light during 'outbursts' of energy, allowing anyone with a home-use telescope to observe them.
Nadine & EDGAR, The Friendliest Robots You’ll Ever Meet
In the future, social robots like Nadine and EDGAR could help address a shrinking workforce or save time and travel costs.
Algorithm Could Help Cut Energy Costs By 10 Percent
An energy analytic engine developed at NTU could help businesses cut down energy usage by 10 percent, potentially saving millions in the process.
