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Breakthrough air monitor can detect COVID-19 virus variants in about 5 minutes

The monitor uses a biosensor made with nanobodies that is integrated into an air sampler that operates based on the wet cyclone technology,

Scientists discover a way to create energy out of thin air

New development in sustainable energy research has led scientists to discover a way to create energy from thin air. Literally.

Scientists discover how to generate electricity out of thin air

A new development in sustainable energy research has led Australian scientists to discover a way to create energy from thin air. Literally.

Revolutionary solar device creates hydrogen fuel out of thin air

A device that can harvest water from the air and provide hydrogen fuel—entirely powered by solar energy—has been a dream for decades.

Breakthrough liquid metal material could revolutionize high-value technologies

Researchers developed a technique that uses liquid metal to create an elastic material that is impervious to both gases and liquids.

Scientists set world record with 50-meter air-guided laser blast

It's not at every university that laser pulses powerful enough to burn paper and skin are sent blazing down a campus hallway.

Keeping indoor humidity levels at a “sweet spot” may reduce spread of COVID-19

A study by MIT researchers finds that indoor relative humidity may also influence transmission of the COVID-19 virus.

Drafting can save 3-5 minutes off marathoners' times, make sub-2 hour finish possible

This racing strategy could save three to five minutes for middle-of-the-packers, too, including those running the Chicago marathon.

Solar technology extracts drinking water from the air, 24 hours a day, with no energy input

New technology, for the first time, can harvest water 24 hours around the clock, with no energy input, even under the blazing sun.

Self-charging, ultra-thin device that generates electricity from air moisture

Imagine being able to generate electricity by harnessing moisture in the air around you with just everyday items like sea salt and fabric.

Solar hydropanel captures 10 liters of clean drinking water out of the air per day

By harvesting water vapor from the air and condensing it into liquid, atmospheric water generators can essentially pull water from the air

Fighting viruses is as easy as breathing

Human Lung Chip reveals the effects of breathing motions on lung immune responses and leads to repurposing of potential therapeutics

AI powers breakthrough in faster-than-sound jet engines

New research using AI is streamlining simulations of hypersonic aircraft engines, which have defense and commercial applications.

Harvesting water from the air, 24 hours a day, with no energy input

Communities near the ocean can desalinate sea water for this purpose, but doing so requires a large amount of energy.