Category: All features
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Melanin as a new diagnosis and treatment tool for tumors
German scientists created melanin-loaded cell membrane derived nanoparticles, which improved tumor imaging in an animal model while also slowing the growth of the tumor.
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Copenhagen’s biowaste may become steaks
A new project will develop technology for extracting protein from organic waste, which can be used as a protein supplement for humans or in animal feed.
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How alpine streams work
A Swiss study shows that until now, scientists have been substantially underestimating how quickly gases are exchanged between mountain streams and the atmosphere.
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How digitalization drives new water technologies
Research, innovation, education and entrepreneurship contributes to the development of new technologies in the water sector according to a new report.
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New quantum sensor to improve cancer treatment
A new technology promises significant advancements in long-range 3D imaging and monitoring the success of cancer treatments.
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How power-to-gas technology can be green and profitable
Flexible production facilities could make hydrogen production based on wind power a key component in the transition of the energy system.
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Cars to report on road condition
Leveraging modern car technology to continuously collect road data may help produce real-time digital images of road maintenance needs.
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TIPS: Europe finally gets its own payment system
The European Central Bank is offering a payment system to compete with digital services and credit card companies. European start-ups could benefit from it.
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Data as material for product design
Data often find their way in the evaluation of new products, once the design process has been concluded.
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Cities: at the forefront of climate action
For centuries, cities have been laboratories for new progressive ideas. Facing climate change, they can act like pioneers for a sustainable lifestyle.
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Solar panels deliver record-breaking efficiency
The solar panels developed by Swiss startup Insolight boast an impressive 29% yield – a record for the retail market.
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Recovering water out of thin air
Fog catchers have been providing water to people in dry, mountainous regions for decades. Due to climate change, more regions get drier, pushing the need for this technology.
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New record data transfer speed in fiber optic network
For the first time ever, data has been transmitted through a fiber optic network at a speed of 500 gigabits per second over a single wavelength channel.
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The end of Moore’s law reign
Since the 1960s, Moore’s law has guided the production of processors and transistors. However, the continuous shrink of silicon chips approaches physical limits.
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How climate change is impacting the ocean’s ability to fix carbon dioxide
Climate change is influencing the distribution of zooplankton in the sea, thereby affecting the contribution made by plankton to removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
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Solar desalination sees the light of dawn
New solar technologies promise a more sustainable way for water-starved communities to squeeze drinkable water out of the salty seas.
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Targeting epilepsy with electrodes on the head
Dutch researchers have developed a method to stimulate the brain using electrodes that are placed on the head rather than inside it.
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A new way of mapping
Artisense develops a 3D-vision technology for autonomous cars and robots to navigate effectively.
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Determining how safe buildings are after an earthquake
Swiss scientists have developed a method for evaluating building safety after an earthquake, helping residents return to their homes more quickly.
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How we can save hydropower
The way we’ve historically generated energy from water is not good for the environment. Here’s how that’s changing.