A segment of e-textile showcasing the flexibility of inkjet-printed graphene. Credit: Marzia Dulal While flexible electronics hold immense promise for transforming wearables, they also face a host of challenges—ranging from rigidity and fragility to environme...

By Robin Mitchell | 31-01-2025

Key Takeaways about Point Of Care Sensors and 5G Networks Revolutionize Health Care  Point-of-care diagnostic sensors make remote health monitoring a reality.  Patients can not only leave the hospital earlier but also have their vi...

By Gary Elinoff | 29-01-2025

China is set to host the world's first human-robot marathon, marking a significant milestone in robotics and artificial intelligence. In April, Beijing will witness humanoid robots running alongside human participants in a half-marathon, reflecting China's st...

By Robin Mitchell | 27-01-2025

While AI has traditionally relied on conventional power grids, the exponential increase in computational demands has prompted the search for alternative, reliable, and large-scale energy solutions. Recently, the UK government unveiled a groundbreaking plan to...

By Robin Mitchell | 22-01-2025

Oslo, Norway - October 29, 2016: Dedicated Electric Car Charging Stations in the Capital City Parking Area. While electric vehicles (EVs) have long been hailed as a pathway to reducing global carbon emissions, the reality of mass adoption remains fraught wit...

By Robin Mitchell | 21-01-2025

While artificial intelligence (AI) has long been championed as a catalyst for technological innovation, its rapid adoption also raises a host of economic, social, and practical considerations. Recently, the UK government unveiled an ambitious action plan to e...

By Robin Mitchell | 20-01-2025

MIT engineers have devised a technique to stack electronic layers seamlessly, producing faster, denser, and more powerful computer chips. Triangular semiconducting particles (pink) are confined within squares to form high-quality elements, layered directly at...

By Robin Mitchell | 17-01-2025

Key Takeaways about Blood Sweat and Saliva  Garnering medical information from blood, sweat, or saliva involves a synergy between electronics and biochemistry.  Medical Sensors based on blood, sweat, and saliva speed up testing and...

By Gary Elinoff | 16-01-2025

In an increasingly microchip-enabled world,  he who has the best and most advanced microchips, along with a large, stable supply of bread-and-butter devices, can steal the lead in the power plays that influential countries inflict on each other.  Microchip su...

By Paul Whytock | 15-01-2025

While wearable devices have emerged as convenient tools for tracking health metrics, accurately measuring blood pressure remains a formidable hurdle. Recently, Glasgow-based Novosound has unveiled a breakthrough in miniaturised ultrasound technology, enabling...

By Robin Mitchell | 14-01-2025

While chips have become the heart of nearly every modern electronic device, the escalating need for ever-smaller and more energy-efficient semiconductors has intensified the spotlight on global supply chains. Increasingly, tensions between China and the West...

By Robin Mitchell | 13-01-2025

Effective energy management has become a vital consideration across both private and industrial sectors, driven by rising energy costs, stricter efficiency standards, and the growing demand for sustainability. As energy consumption plays a critical role in op...

By Matthew Walker | 09-01-2025

The security system was compromised by a basic voltage glitch attack, though on an unexpected power rail, Cullen explains. (Aedan Cullen) While microcontrollers have become indispensable in powering everything from smart home devices to advanced industrial s...

By Robin Mitchell | 08-01-2025

While traditional batteries have been used to power such devices, the need for sustainable and long-lasting energy sources has led to the exploration of alternative solutions. Recently, researchers at Dongguk University have made a notable breakthrough in the...

By Robin Mitchell | 07-01-2025