Collaborate Disseminate
A new analysis of fossilized bones, unearthed 47 years ago in Australia, indicate that they’re from a previously unknown giant prehistoric relative of the wombat. It’s so different from other marsupials, however, that it’s been placed in a family all o… Continue reading Newly classified prehistoric wombat relative was as big as a bear
While today’s cars are getting increasingly good at detecting other vehicles on the road ahead, they can still be surprised by traffic that shoots out from intersecting streets. A new radar system could help, by letting those cars “see” around blind co… Continue reading Radar system could let cars see what’s around the corner
Lifeguards do play a vital role in the prevention of drownings, but at large busy beaches, they can’t always keep track of all the swimmers at all times. That’s where Sightbit is designed to come in, as it uses artificial intelligence to catch what lif… Continue reading AI system designed to aid – or perhaps replace – human lifeguards
One of the reasons that we’re still not seeing delivery drones in common use lies in the fact that they can only fly for about half an hour per battery-charge. According to a new study, though, their range could be extended if they hitched rides on top… Continue reading Study suggests drones could quadruple their range – by taking the bus
NASA’s Artemis mission will (hopefully) take astronauts to the Moon in 2024 … and when those people get there, they’ll need to go to the bathroom. With that in mind, the space agency is now looking to the public for ideas for “moon toilets.”Continue Re… Continue reading NASA offering cash prizes for lunar toilet concepts
In the not-too-distant future, we may see wound dressings that default to absorbing bodily fluids, while also releasing medication on demand. The same material could allow robots to cool themselves by sweating.Continue ReadingCategory: Materials, Scien… Continue reading Radio wave-activated artificial skin absorbs and releases liquids
We’ve already heard about genetically manipulated types of rice that are drought-resistant and antioxidant-rich. A new one, however, could potentially save the lives of people with high blood pressure.Continue ReadingCategory: ScienceTags: Agriculture,… Continue reading Eating new transgenic rice could lower high blood pressure
Carbon fiber composite materials may be light and strong, but making them resistant to fire has been a bit of a challenge. Now, though, Korean scientists have discovered that a plant-derived substance both keeps them from burning and makes them easier … Continue reading Plant acid makes carbon fiber less flammable, more recyclable
In recent years, people have used balloons to carry items ranging from teddy bears to chicken sandwiches to the edge of outer space. Now, Cape Canaveral, Florida-based startup Space Perspective has announced its plans to do the same thing with paying h… Continue reading Florida startup plans balloon rides to the edge of space
As July 1st and 4th approach, people in Canada and the US (respectively) may be thinking about setting off some fireworks. They might want to consider a more eco-friendly and reusable alternative, though, in the form of the Rammaxx rocket.Continue Read… Continue reading LED-packin’ helicopter rocket is a greener alternative to fireworks