Parallel Optical Interface
A parallel optical interface is a type of fiber optic technology that is primarily used for communications and networking over short distances (less than 300…
Science
Overactive Cell Metabolism is associated with Biological Aging
Human cells with damaged mitochondria increase their metabolism to improve short-term survival, but at a cost: faster aging. Why do cells, and thus humans, age?…
Loudspeakers are Made Lighter and More Energy-Efficient With the Use of Smart Films
At Saarland University, professors Stefan Seelecke and Paul Motzki are creating intelligent materials that are paving the way for new developments in sound reproduction technology,…
How Chronic Stress influences the Brain’s Desire for Comfort Food
Chronic stress can have an effect on our food choices, leading to a desire for comfort foods. When we are stressed, our bodies release stress…
Infrared Radiation Can Be Used via MXene Spray Coating for Heating or Cooling
A thin coating of MXene, a form of two-dimensional nanomaterial created and researched at Drexel for more than ten years, has been found to improve…
Deep Sleep may help to prevent Alzheimer’s Memory Loss
Deep sleep has been shown to be important for memory consolidation and overall cognitive function. While research is ongoing, several studies suggest that optimizing deep…
The Miniature Robot that Can Move Through a Physiological Environment and Pick Up Targeted Damaged Cells
The size of a single biological cell (approximately 10 microns across), a hybrid micro-robot was created by researchers at Tel Aviv University. It can be…
Recognizing Self-Directed Aging
Self-directed ageism, also known as internalized ageism or self-ageism, refers to negative attitudes, stereotypes, and biases that people have about themselves because of their age.…
New Data Transmission Decoding Chip Shows Record-Breaking Energy Efficiency
Imagine making a deposit into your account using an online banking app. These transmissions could be tampered with by noise that introduces flaws into the…
Research in Evolutionary Cell Biology Demonstrates How Energy Production can be Maximized to Enable Rapid Growth Without Respiration
Evolutionary cell biology is a field of study that combines principles from evolutionary biology and cell biology to understand the origin, diversity, and adaptation of…
Pulsed Field Magnet
A pulsed field magnet is a strong electromagnet that is powered by a brief pulse of electric current through its windings rather than a continuous…
Fungal Antibiotics can Affect the Development of the Microbiota, According to Cheese Tests
Humans have employed metabolites produced by fungi to enhance health. They release penicillin, for instance, which is then refined and utilized as an antibiotic by…
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