93 m. ago Scientist discusses development of artificial synapses that mimic human brain function for next

The Emerging Investigator Series by the journal Materials Horizons features outstanding work by young researchers in the field of materials science. In the latest Editorial, Dr. Eunho Lee, an Assistant Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Republic of Korea, where he leads the Functional Semiconductors and Devices Lab, discusses and elaborates upon his Emerging Investigator Series research paper titled "Improving ion uptake in artificial synapses through facilitated diffusion mechanisms."

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2 h. ago Scientists produce superior gallium oxide semiconductors with double current capacity

Gallium oxide (Ga O ) is a semiconductor material that could make electronic devices much more energy-efficient than current silicon-based technology. Electronic diodes require two types of semiconductor layers to function properly, negative-type (n-type) and positive-type (p-type) layers.

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2 h. ago OpenAI acquires product testing startup Statsig and shakes up its leadership team

OpenAI is bringing on the founder of Statsig as its CTO of Applications, and making changes to other leadership roles at the company.

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4 h. ago Early Alzheimer’s signs detected in 3 minutes with new brainwave test

A new passive brainwave test records brain activity while patients view images to detect memory-related changes linked to early Alzheimer's development.

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4 h. ago Scientists unveil a rubber band that generates electricity from body heat

A team led by scientists from Peking University has developed a rubber-like material that converts body heat into electricity. This advance could allow the next generation of wearable electronics to generate their own power continuously without the need for bulky batteries or constant recharging.

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4 h. ago Vanadium redox flow battery model predicts its performance under low

Scientists from Skoltech, Harbin Institute of Technology, and MIPT have conducted a study on the operation of an energy storage system based on a vanadium redox flow battery across an extended range of ambient temperatures. To achieve this, the researchers developed a mathematical model of the vanadium redox flow battery capable of describing its dynamic behavior under different temperatures—from 5 to 40°C—and various operating parameters.

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5 h. ago Apertus: A fully open, transparent, multilingual language model

In July, EPFL, ETH Zurich, and CSCS announced their joint initiative to build a large language model (LLM). Now, this model is available and serves as a building block for developers and organizations for future applications such as chatbots, translation systems, or educational tools.

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5 h. ago WordPress shows off Telex, its experimental AI development tool

WordPress CEO Matt Mullenweg introduced the new WordPress AI tool, called Telex, at the company's WordCamp US 2025 conference in Portland last week, alongside other AI experiments.

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6 h. ago More precise, efficient ballistic testing methodology developed

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has expanded the scope of a ballistic-resistance testing technique, the Laser-Induced Particle Impact Test (LIPIT), previously only applicable for impact testing of very small projectiles. By improving this technique, SwRI has dramatically increased the precision and efficiency of material ballistic resistance testing at scales not possible before.

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8 h. ago Developer breaks ground on $70M affordable housing project in North Fair Oaks, and he isn't alone

Developer breaks ground on $70M affordable housing project in North Fair Oaks, and he isn't alone  The Business Journals

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9 h. ago Army secretary reveals how Rangers bypass Pentagon red tape to counter exploding drone threat

Elite Army units bypass traditional procurement by using credit cards to test new equipment while the service shifts posture toward countering China in the Indo-Pacific.

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10 h. ago 9 Best Electric Cargo Bikes for Families (2025), Tested and Reviewed

We’ve spent years riding and testing extra-large ebikes, perfect for hauling both little ones and groceries around town.

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11 h. ago Cue the Sun: This Lab Recreates Hot, Sweaty Days to Test Humans

Our reporter hits the treadmill to understand how scientists study extreme heat.

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17 h. ago Starter homes are scarce, so Utah set a target to build more. Here's how it's going

In one of the country's priciest housing markets, Utah's leaders worry young people are shut out from building wealth. But despite new incentives, few developers are signing on to build smaller homes.

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20 h. ago Yes, the CIA ran a brothel in San Francisco and tested LSD on unsuspecting patrons

Yes, the CIA ran a brothel in San Francisco and tested LSD on unsuspecting patrons  Snopes

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21 h. ago India’s Offgrid raises $15M to make lithium optional for battery storage

India's Offgrid Energy Labs has developed proprietary zinc battery tech as a safer, more cost-effective alternative to lithium for energy storage.

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23 h. ago The federal government is on track to shed 300,000 workers by the end of 2025

The federal government is on track to shed 300,000 workers by the end of the year. The Trump administration says it's an opportunity to improve efficiency. Many others fear a brain drain.

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23 h. ago Local developer unfolds solutions to disaster and affordable housing in Washington DC

Local developer unfolds solutions to disaster and affordable housing in Washington DC  WLOS

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26 h. ago Breaking down 2025 Ryder Cup teams: Europe's experience will be tested against United States' home course edge

Breaking down 2025 Ryder Cup teams: Europe's experience will be tested against United States' home course edge  CBS Sports

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28 h. ago Scientists develop the world's first 6G chip, capable of 100 Gbps speeds

Sixth generation, or 6G, wireless technology is one step closer to reality with news that Chinese researchers have unveiled the world's first "all-frequency" 6G chip. The chip is capable of delivering mobile internet speeds exceeding 100 gigabits per second (Gbps) and was developed by a team led by scientists from Peking University and the City University of Hong Kong.

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