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California Startup Designs Giant Inflatable Bag To Catch Asteroids And Space Debris. How It Works
TransAstra has designed and tested the Capture Bag - an inflatable device available in various sizes, capable of capturing objects ranging from small rocks to boulder-sized asteroids
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New Stanford Research Reveals An Optimal Balance Of Indoor Nature For Reducing Stress
A total of 412 participants took part in the study. Each person was placed in a virtual room and asked to imagine it as their new workplace.
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China’s Tianwen-1 Captures Rare Interstellar Comet From Orbit Around Mars
China’s Tianwen-1 Mars mission achieved a new milestone by photographing interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, the third such object ever recorded. This breakthrough highlights China’s growing strength in planetary science, deep-space imaging, and interstellar observation, offering scientists an unprecedented look at materials beyond our solar syste
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Scientists Develop Two-Level Strategy to Power Next-Gen Lithium–Sulphur Batteries
Researchers at Chung-Ang University have developed a dual-level engineering strategy combining porous carbon nanofibers and cobalt single-atom catalysts. The design enhances redox reactions, reduces material loss, and improves the lifespan of lithium–sulfur batteries, offering major benefits for electric vehicles and renewable energy systems.
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Scientists Create Bullet-Proof Fiber Stronger and Thinner Than Kevlar
Researchers have created a new fiber that surpasses Kevlar in bullet-stopping power while being much thinner. Made by aligning advanced aramid chains with carbon nanotubes, the material absorbs over twice as much energy as previous record-holding fibers. The breakthrough could lead to lighter, stronger armor for military, law enforcement and person...
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Healthcare And AI: How Indigenous Deep Tech Is Redefining The Indian Healthcare Ecosystem
Experts at the TiEcon Delhi 2025 summit discussed the critical integration of cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and indigenous material science into the Indian healthcare system.
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16-Year-Old Student Creates Lifelike Robotic Hand Using LEGO Parts
Jared K. Lepora, a 16-year-old student, built a robotic hand from LEGO MINDSTORMS that performs lifelike grasping using only two motors. Featuring a differential gearbox for adaptive motion, his design highlights how creativity and accessible materials can make advanced robotics education affordable worldwide.
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NASA’s Europa Clipper May Cross a Comet’s Tail, Offering Rare Glimpse of Interstellar Material
NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft may soon pass through the ion tail of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, offering a rare opportunity to sample material from beyond our solar system. Scientists say this encounter could yield valuable insights into the formation and evolution of star systems.
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Physicists Reveal a New Type of Twisting Solid That Behaves Almost Like a Living Material
The discovery of “rotating crystals” marks a major leap in physics and materials research. These unusual solids, composed of spinning particles, behave almost like living systems—twisting, fragmenting, and rebuilding themselves.
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MIT Detects Traces of a Lost ‘Proto Earth’ Deep Beneath Our Planet’s Surface
MIT researchers have discovered rare isotopic traces of a “proto Earth” that existed before the giant impact that shaped our modern planet. Found deep in ancient rocks, these potassium isotope signatures reveal remnants of Earth’s earliest material, offering fresh insight into the planet’s formation and the solar system’s earliest history...
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Russian Cosmonauts Install Semiconductor Experiment During ISS Spacewalk
Two Russian cosmonauts, Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky, carried out a six-hour spacewalk outside the ISS on Oct. 16, 2025. They installed the Ekran-M semiconductor experiment for growing ultra-thin materials in microgravity and safely jettisoned an outdated high-definition camera that will burn up upon re-entry.
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Cambridge Team Uncovers Unexpected Quantum Behaviour in Non-Metal Organic Molecule
Cambridge scientists have made a major leap in solar innovation by discovering a quantum effect in an organic molecule, P3TTM. This new material can convert light into electricity with unprecedented efficiency, potentially leading to the next generation of lightweight, flexible, and cost-effective solar power systems.
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Researchers Develop Wetsuits That Protect Against Shark Bites And Stings
Australian researchers have tested new bite-resistant wetsuits that minimize injuries from shark bites. The materials, made with chain mail, Kevlar, and nanofibers, help reduce bleeding and improve safety for surfers and divers. The innovation marks a step forward in shark bite protection without limiting flexibility underwater.
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World’s First Chip Combining 2D Materials With Silicon Circuits Marks Breakthrough in Computing
Scientists have built the world’s first hybrid chip combining 2D materials with silicon circuits. Using a new ATOM2CHIP method, they achieved real-world performance with faster, energy-efficient operation — a step that could revolutionise next-generation computing and AI hardware.
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China Debuts ‘World’s Mightiest’ Centrifuge Hitting 300 Times Earth’s Gravity
China has launched CHIEF1300, the world’s largest centrifuge, capable of generating 300 times Earth’s gravity on 22-ton loads. Housed in Hangzhou, the facility enables research in geology, oceans, and materials, simulating disasters and extreme environments. Scientists say it will serve as a global hub for advancing engineering and frontier sci...
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California Startup Designs Giant Inflatable Bag To Catch Asteroids And Space Debris. How It Works
TransAstra has designed and tested the Capture Bag - an inflatable device available in various sizes, capable of capturing objects ranging from small rocks to boulder-sized asteroids
-
New Stanford Research Reveals An Optimal Balance Of Indoor Nature For Reducing Stress
A total of 412 participants took part in the study. Each person was placed in a virtual room and asked to imagine it as their new workplace.
-
China’s Tianwen-1 Captures Rare Interstellar Comet From Orbit Around Mars
China’s Tianwen-1 Mars mission achieved a new milestone by photographing interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, the third such object ever recorded. This breakthrough highlights China’s growing strength in planetary science, deep-space imaging, and interstellar observation, offering scientists an unprecedented look at materials beyond our solar syste
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Scientists Develop Two-Level Strategy to Power Next-Gen Lithium–Sulphur Batteries
Researchers at Chung-Ang University have developed a dual-level engineering strategy combining porous carbon nanofibers and cobalt single-atom catalysts. The design enhances redox reactions, reduces material loss, and improves the lifespan of lithium–sulfur batteries, offering major benefits for electric vehicles and renewable energy systems.
-
Scientists Create Bullet-Proof Fiber Stronger and Thinner Than Kevlar
Researchers have created a new fiber that surpasses Kevlar in bullet-stopping power while being much thinner. Made by aligning advanced aramid chains with carbon nanotubes, the material absorbs over twice as much energy as previous record-holding fibers. The breakthrough could lead to lighter, stronger armor for military, law enforcement and person...
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Healthcare And AI: How Indigenous Deep Tech Is Redefining The Indian Healthcare Ecosystem
Experts at the TiEcon Delhi 2025 summit discussed the critical integration of cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and indigenous material science into the Indian healthcare system.
-
16-Year-Old Student Creates Lifelike Robotic Hand Using LEGO Parts
Jared K. Lepora, a 16-year-old student, built a robotic hand from LEGO MINDSTORMS that performs lifelike grasping using only two motors. Featuring a differential gearbox for adaptive motion, his design highlights how creativity and accessible materials can make advanced robotics education affordable worldwide.
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NASA’s Europa Clipper May Cross a Comet’s Tail, Offering Rare Glimpse of Interstellar Material
NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft may soon pass through the ion tail of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, offering a rare opportunity to sample material from beyond our solar system. Scientists say this encounter could yield valuable insights into the formation and evolution of star systems.
-
Physicists Reveal a New Type of Twisting Solid That Behaves Almost Like a Living Material
The discovery of “rotating crystals” marks a major leap in physics and materials research. These unusual solids, composed of spinning particles, behave almost like living systems—twisting, fragmenting, and rebuilding themselves.
-
MIT Detects Traces of a Lost ‘Proto Earth’ Deep Beneath Our Planet’s Surface
MIT researchers have discovered rare isotopic traces of a “proto Earth” that existed before the giant impact that shaped our modern planet. Found deep in ancient rocks, these potassium isotope signatures reveal remnants of Earth’s earliest material, offering fresh insight into the planet’s formation and the solar system’s earliest history...
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Russian Cosmonauts Install Semiconductor Experiment During ISS Spacewalk
Two Russian cosmonauts, Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky, carried out a six-hour spacewalk outside the ISS on Oct. 16, 2025. They installed the Ekran-M semiconductor experiment for growing ultra-thin materials in microgravity and safely jettisoned an outdated high-definition camera that will burn up upon re-entry.
-
Cambridge Team Uncovers Unexpected Quantum Behaviour in Non-Metal Organic Molecule
Cambridge scientists have made a major leap in solar innovation by discovering a quantum effect in an organic molecule, P3TTM. This new material can convert light into electricity with unprecedented efficiency, potentially leading to the next generation of lightweight, flexible, and cost-effective solar power systems.
-
Researchers Develop Wetsuits That Protect Against Shark Bites And Stings
Australian researchers have tested new bite-resistant wetsuits that minimize injuries from shark bites. The materials, made with chain mail, Kevlar, and nanofibers, help reduce bleeding and improve safety for surfers and divers. The innovation marks a step forward in shark bite protection without limiting flexibility underwater.
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World’s First Chip Combining 2D Materials With Silicon Circuits Marks Breakthrough in Computing
Scientists have built the world’s first hybrid chip combining 2D materials with silicon circuits. Using a new ATOM2CHIP method, they achieved real-world performance with faster, energy-efficient operation — a step that could revolutionise next-generation computing and AI hardware.
-
China Debuts ‘World’s Mightiest’ Centrifuge Hitting 300 Times Earth’s Gravity
China has launched CHIEF1300, the world’s largest centrifuge, capable of generating 300 times Earth’s gravity on 22-ton loads. Housed in Hangzhou, the facility enables research in geology, oceans, and materials, simulating disasters and extreme environments. Scientists say it will serve as a global hub for advancing engineering and frontier sci...
