LCLS-II: the most powerful X-ray laser in the world turned on
The new X-ray laser just put into operation promises to revolutionize clean energy production and quantum research
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MIT makes X-ray glasses, but it's not what you think
The wearable device relies on RFID to locate hidden objects: like X-ray glasses, the headset can locate them and show them on a display.
Even Marie Antoinette's secret letters revealed on X-rays
X-rays claim another illustrious "victim", deciphering the secret letters between Marie Antoinette and her lover, censored at the time.
The diagnostic capability will allow scientists to create X-ray movies
No longer simple images, but entire X-ray films: the future of diagnostics will be totally revolutionized.
Renaissance letter sealed for centuries opened and read with X-rays
A research team uses sophisticated X-ray machines to virtually "open" and decipher letters from the Renaissance
Intuitive Machines, a private US lander reaches the moon after over 50 years
Intuitive Machines confirms the landing of its Odysseus lander, marking a historic US return to the moon.
Zephyr, a solar glider will revolutionize environmental monitoring and connectivity
A solar glider could become the planet's new "sentinel", monitoring natural disasters and improving connectivity.
Seoul will have the world's tallest Ferris wheel (without spokes).
Seoul's new architectural masterpiece will be a 220m high Ferris wheel, with breathtaking views for 64 capsules.
The most alternative and courageous investments to make in 2024
Investing your money is always a good idea to increase your assets and try to live the future more peacefully, at least from a financial point of view. This is a rather courageous choice, considering the economic situation of the country and the choices made to deal with various problems. While stocks and bonds are still common forms of investment and there are other “safe havens” to take refuge in, there are also alternatives to consider… Read more
Elysian, long-range electric planes fly 1000 km only on batteries
With batteries up to 500 Wh/kg, Elysian plans to cover 50% of long-haul commercial flights. We'll need to work on it.
India reaches the Sun: the Indian probe Aditya-L1 has reached its destination
India's Aditya-L1 mission enters solar orbit, marking an unprecedented space milestone for the nation
Lab-grown meat: a sustainable revolution or a mirage?
Cultured meat is revolutionizing the food industry. Let's see the state of research for this technology.
New silicon solar cell achieves record efficiency of 36,1%
The new multi-junction solar cell promises a revolution in the photovoltaic sector
The future glucose monitoring? A new, ingenious sweat sensor
A team at Penn State has created a wearable patch that analyzes sweat in real time, monitoring glucose and helping with diabetes management.
Geoengineering, be careful: the effects we would have by shielding the sun's rays
Reflect the sun's rays to fight global warming? It's not that simple, warns MIT. Here are the risks we run.
Australia, remote monitoring: woman fired for "typing too little"
Worker fired after remote monitoring of her keyboard, complaint dismissed. She looks filthy, but it's a nightmare.
Dream job in the age of AI? An increasingly elusive mirage
Automation threatens teenagers with destroying their dream jobs, and uncertainty about career choices can produce a snowball effect.
Surprising discovery: there is a link between earthquakes and cosmic rays
Earthquakes and Cosmic Rays: An Odd Couple. New evidence reveals an unsuspected link between these two phenomena.
ETH transmits terabits of data with a laser beam and (maybe) makes history
Masterstroke by ETH Zurich transmitting terabits of data across the Swiss mountains using a laser. A new era opens for telecommunications.
Panels 2.0: strong like a ray of sunshine, thin like a sheet of paper
From MIT comes a green revolution: solar cells as thin as a sheet of paper and printable on practically any surface
Pros and cons of buying a used car with high mileage
Deciding to buy a car doesn't have to be an impulsive decision, especially if you opt for a used model. It is well known that the value of a vehicle decreases as it is used and its mileage increases. Some see this as a good opportunity, while others are skeptical about the idea of buying a car that has already covered many kilometers. Let's find out the pros and cons of buying a used car with high mileage. When is a high mileage car considered? In… Read more
