Get to Know a Scientist: Chemical Engineer Haotian Wang
An interview with the chemical engineer developing new nanomaterials for clean energy, climate change mitigation, water treatment, and more.
Category: Engineering
Pathogens Perish on Laser-Treated Metal
Pathogens in bacteria could be eliminated on contact, according to a new study using the antimicrobial properties of copper and laser technology.
Sunlight Solution To Water Shortages
Water shortages could drop now that new technology combined with sunlight can make ocean water safe to drink in minutes.
Our Diverse Scientific Superstars
From Computer Science to Engineering, women continue making waves with their accomplishments. meet more diverse scientific superstars.
Are Hydropower Dams the Future of Energy?
By Emily Folk @EmilySFolk Growing concerns about fossil fuels—especially their potential contributions to pollution and global warming—have individuals and governments…
The Simple Machines in Your Life
Simple machines allow us to do more work with less effort. In this episode, Sophie explains what simple machines are…
Bioelectronic “Nose” Sniffs Out Rotten Food
Does that food smell rotten? Researchers have developed a way to detect rotten food odors that are too faint for…
Geometry of Consciousness: Multi-dimensional Math Trip
A group of scientists think they can build such a “consciousness meter” using complex mathematics: the geometry of consciousness.
New Futuristic Fabrics to Keep Cool
By Katherine Lindemann Inspired by lithium batteries and kitchen plastic wrap, engineers at Stanford University have developed a plastic material…
Moth Eyes Inspire Graphene-Based Smart Tech
Look into the eyes of moths and see the future. The future of smart gadgets, that is. Moths’ eyes are…