The Internet of Things (IoT) is a revolutionary concept that refers to the interconnection of everyday devices and objects to the internet, enabling them to collect and exchange data. This interconnected network of devices extends beyond traditional computing devices like computers and smartphones, encompassing a vast array of objects, from household appliances and wearable devices … Read more
Analytical chemistry is a branch of chemistry that focuses on the identification and quantification of chemical substances. It involves the use of various techniques and methods to analyze and interpret the composition of matter, providing essential information for a wide range of scientific, industrial, and environmental applications. Analytical chemists employ sophisticated instruments and methodologies to … Read more
Biology is the scientific study of life and living organisms. It explores a vast range of topics, including the structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution of living organisms. This discipline delves into various levels of biological organization, from molecules and cells to organisms and ecosystems. Through methods like observation, experimentation, and analysis, biologists seek … Read more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a multidisciplinary field of computer science that focuses on creating systems capable of performing tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks include learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and language understanding. The ultimate goal of AI is to develop machines that can emulate and replicate human cognitive functions, making them capable of … Read more
An international team of researchers has achieved a significant breakthrough with the development of a handheld, non-invasive device designed to detect biomarkers associated with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases. This cutting-edge biosensor not only boasts high accuracy, demonstrated through in vitro samples from patients, but also features wireless transmission capabilities, enabling the relay of results to … Read more
Researchers from the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) have achieved a breakthrough by applying reinforcement learning to solve complex video game challenges. Their innovative approach, inspired by strategies used in board games like Chess and Go, outperformed top human players in a single test. This milestone has far-reaching implications, potentially revolutionizing movement design … Read more
CMU’s Mechanical Engineering Department is tackling the complex challenge of replicating human precision through AI. Grad students Alison Bartch and Abraham George, guided by Prof. Amir Barati Farimani, started by simulating tasks like picking up a block in virtual reality. They then trained the robot using various human-like examples, shortening the learning process remarkably. George … Read more
Scientists are rapidly advancing automation and fast experiments, requiring precise handling of small liquid droplets from picoliters to microliters. To overcome the limitations of traditional microfluidic technology, researchers have designed an innovative platform utilizing ultrasound’s remote force, called acoustic radiation force, to manipulate droplets. Their approach involves using a hydrophobic mesh that supports droplets while … Read more
Researchers at the University of California San Diego, in collaboration with BASF Corporation, have achieved a groundbreaking feat in soft robotics. They have developed a remarkable 3D-printed gripper that operates without any electronics. This innovative device comes off the 3D printer fully functional, equipped with gravity and touch sensors, enabling it to pick up, hold, … Read more
Robots and computers are being increasingly utilized to automate life-science experiments, offering improved efficiency and reproducibility while optimizing the allocation of human resources. However, challenges arise from the use of large, multifunctional robots or specialized equipment, leading to difficulties in installing new equipment in regular laboratories. Currently, there are limited examples of automated life-science experiments … Read more
Polybot, a novel scientific tool, has been developed by researchers by combining robotics with artificial intelligence. Its potential applications include accelerating the discovery of electronic polymer materials, which can form the basis of the next generation of wearable biomedical devices and batteries. These materials are flexible, pliable, and capable of conducting electricity. According to Jie … Read more