Researchers analyzing Roman concrete fragments from Privernum, Italy, found lime-rich inclusions that may help seal cracks when water enters the material. Laboratory tests support the idea that hot mixing with…
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory researchers demonstrated a method for 3D-printing complex glass forms using silica-particle ink followed by heat treatment. The 2017 proof of concept could enable specialized components with…
Researchers have developed a deep learning system called FermiNet that solves the Schrödinger equation for complex molecular systems. This breakthrough allows for the high-precision simulation of electron behavior, which is…
Researchers at the University of Chicago have created a material that conducts electricity like a metal despite having a disordered, plastic-like molecular structure. This discovery challenges the traditional scientific belief…
Researchers have discovered large crystals of lonsdaleite, a rare hexagonal diamond, within ureilite meteorites recovered from desert field sites. This discovery reveals a natural process for creating materials harder than…
Researchers have developed a new class of electronic sensors using protein nanowires harvested from bacteria. These sensors are significantly more sensitive than traditional silicon-based electronics and can detect trace amounts…
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a nanostructured copper surface that kills bacteria and viruses in minutes. By increasing surface area and creating microscopic physical disruptions, the material…
Researchers have developed a 'smart' surgical suture that uses conductive materials to monitor deep-tissue wounds wirelessly. This innovation allows doctors to detect post-operative complications like infections or leaks without additional…
NASA researchers have developed GRX-810, a new 3D-printable alloy capable of withstanding temperatures over 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. This oxide dispersion-strengthened material offers significantly higher durability and strength than current aerospace…
