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By Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard March 20, 2024This illustration highlights how two hydrogels (shown in blue) can be bonded in different ways by thin chitosan films (shown in orange). The bonds that form are extraordinarily strong and can resist high tensions. Credit: Peter Allen, Ryan Allen, and James C. Weaver.A novel technique for the quick and efficient bonding of hydrogels offers the potential to significantly propel forward the development of new biomaterials, addressing a wide…

Scientists are advancing the use of hafnium oxide (hafnia) for the next generation of non-volatile computing memory, offering significant advantages over existing technologies. Credit: SciTechDaily.comScientists outline new processes for leveraging hafnia’s ferroelectric features with the aim of enhancing high-performance computing.Scientists and engineers have been pushing for the past decade to leverage an elusive ferroelectric material called hafnium oxide, or hafnia, to usher in the next generation of computing…

The space-based TESS satellite that uses the transit method to measure the small drops of a stellar light when an exoplanet passes in front of it. TESS allowed for the characterization of the sub-Neptune HD88986b by accurately determining the size of the planet. Credit: NASA’s Goddard Space Flight CenterAstronomers have uncovered a rare finding: a small, chilly exoplanet accompanied by a significantly larger outer companion, providing new insights into how Earth-like planets are formed.The findings include a planet with a…

Researchers have created an AI model to predict the best methods for synthesizing drug molecules, significantly improving efficiency and sustainability in pharmaceutical development.Researchers have created an artificial intelligence system capable of predicting where a drug molecule can be chemically altered.A collaborative team from LMU, ETH Zurich, and Roche Pharma Research and Early Development (pRED) in Basel has employed artificial intelligence (AI) to devise a novel technique for predicting the optimal method for…

Artificial intelligence (AI) quickly evolved from a plotline in science fiction novels to something that touches our lives every day. Its virtually endless applications come with nearly equal risks and rewards and a plethora of public debate. But the fact remains that AI in healthcare is life-changing—literally. So while it may feel impossible to garner universal acceptance and adoption of AI in healthcare, it’s paramount we do so, and that starts with regulating the industry. That’s why I was glad to see that after years…

Scientists have innovated a compact semiconductor chip integrating electronics with photonics, drastically enhancing RF bandwidth and control. This breakthrough, pivotal for advanced telecommunications and radar systems, marks a significant step in semiconductor technology, boosting Australia’s potential in semiconductor research and manufacturing (Artist’s concept). Credit: SciTechDaily.comIntegrating photons into electronic chips enhances bandwidth and improves filter control.Researchers at the University of Sydney Nano…

Peptide therapeutics have revolutionized the treatment of disease, but their characteristics typically restrict them to administration by injection. Now, researchers have succeeded in creating an oral peptide, which has the potential to usher in a new era in drug development.Comprised of short chains of amino acids, naturally occurring peptides serve many functions, including acting as hormones, growth factors, and neurotransmitters. They also play an important role in pharmaceuticals. Peptide therapeutics commonly mimic…

Researchers have made significant advancements in understanding neuromuscular diseases by developing a two-dimensional neuromuscular junction model using pluripotent stem cells. This model, enabling high-throughput drug screening, complements their previously developed three-dimensional organoids. (Artist’s concept.) Credit: SciTechDaily.comScientists have developed a groundbreaking two-dimensional model to study neuromuscular diseases, enabling efficient drug testing and enhanced understanding of diseases like spinal…

Too Long; Didn't ReadThe U.S. aims to lead in responsible, peaceful, and sustainable exploration of Cislunar space, including the Moon. This strategy outlines key objectives: supporting research and development for long-term growth, expanding international cooperation, extending space situational awareness, and implementing scalable and interoperable communications and positioning, navigation, and timing capabilities. The focus is on fostering scientific discovery, economic development, and international collaboration to…

When Indian space agency scientists set out to design the Chandrayaan-3 moon mission, they knew they had one more chance to make history with a landing on the lunar south pole after a failed attempt four years ago.They also had to do it on a shoestring budget and ended up spending only Rs. 6.15 billion on the mission.From managing costs on rockets to developing a built-in-India supply base, the Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) success with the Chandrayaan-3 moon landing shows how it has honed a system of doing…