Nobody likes needles – at best they’re an unpleasant means to an important end. Microneedle patches could be a painless alternative, and now researchers have developed a way to use them to detect biomarkers at much lower levels, without drawing blood. Microneedle patches are emerging as a less invasive way to deliver drugs or monitor someone’s health. As the name […]
Fluorescent Microneedle Patch
Wrinkled Graphene Shortcut Water Purification
Scientists at Brown University have demonstrated a promising new water purification technology that takes advantage of the tiny gaps in stacked sheets of graphene to filter out contaminants with great efficiency. The technology overcomes one of the key problems in this area of research, with the team behind it hopeful it can prove useful in a range of settings. Graphene […]
Biodegradable Electronic Display
E-waste is a growing problem, so if an electronic component can’t be reused or recycled, it should at least be biodegradable. That’s where an experimental new electronic display comes in, as it can be composted when no longer needed. Created by scientists at Germany’s Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), the device is a type of electrochromic display. It utilizes an […]
Wrinkled Graphene Shortcut For Water Purification
Scientists at Brown University have demonstrated a promising new water purification technology that takes advantage of the tiny gaps in stacked sheets of graphene to filter out contaminants with great efficiency. The technology overcomes one of the key problems in this area of research, with the team behind it hopeful it can prove useful in a range of settings. Graphene […]
Nox Ebike
A little bit Jekyll, a little bit Hyde, the newest ebike offering from Germany’s Nox Cycles has a split personality that craves both cities and mountains. The package ties together a city commuter and a mountain bike with a single all-in-one e-drive that can be swapped between the two. Riders can power their way to work Monday through Friday, then […]
Former Prison Site Transforms Into Green Mixed U
In the Copenhagen suburb of Albertslund, the former Vridsløselille prison site will take on new life as an attractive mixed-use district with a strong emphasis on nature. The development plan for the 160,000-square-meter district will combine the design proposal by Danish architectural firm Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects and landscape architects BOGL with the scheme put forth by COBE Architects. The masterplan will […]
Turning Airborne Vapor Into Drinkable Water
Water security is a significant problem and pulling it out of the air, as fanciful as that may sound, is shaping as a potential part of the solution. A team from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has put forward a promising example of this type of technology, demonstrating a spongey aerogel that turns airborne water molecules into drinkable liquid, […]
Spotting Endangered Wildlife Through Satellite Images
Satellites have offered scientists a powerful new tool when it comes to tracking endangered wildlife, with the movements of tagged animals able to be monitored with great precision. A new technology promises to expand the possibilities even further, with scientists demonstrating a new computer algorithm that can be used to track untagged animals in complex landscapes via satellite imagery for […]
5 Critical Aspects of Every Business that Needs Insurance
Are you considering taking out insurance for your small business? Great idea – here are 5 critical aspects of your business that might need insurance. No matter how small or big your business is, you will always require business insurance. There are different aspects of business insurance which means you should do as much research as possible before you consider […]
Why It’s Important To Have Have Your Concrete Flooring Grinded Prior To Hardwood Installation
Concrete floors are one of the most durable and stable surfaces on which to install hardwood. However, they need a little extra care because they’re nearly impossible to sand down with traditional tools. Grinding concrete floors is necessary for this purpose. The process is done with an industrial grinder that’s specifically designed for these types of materials. This industrial grinder […]