A UK patient received an implantable heart sensor to monitor their condition, detecting heart failure and preventing attacks and death. The sensor is implanted in a vein, inflating a balloon to hold it in place. The patient wears a wireless charging belt to po...

By Robin Mitchell | 22-02-2023

Recently, research investigating lithium-ion battery technology discovered that supposedly inert materials lead to degradation and self-discharge, reducing battery longevity and energy storage capacity. The discovery highlights the importance of understanding...

By Robin Mitchell | 21-02-2023

As AI continues to astound the world with its remarkable capabilities, the dangers of AI technology are starting to become more evident. The recent DAN jailbreak incident highlights the risks and dangers associated with AI applications. This jailbreak has allo...

By Robin Mitchell | 20-02-2023

It may well be the way forward in creating greater efficiency in solar panels, but perovskite cell (PSCs) technology has some hang-ups; it’s not easy to mass-produce, it deteriorates quickly, and it’s made from some nasty materials. So, on the one hand, we hav...

By Paul Whytock | 17-02-2023

Open-source software and hardware projects are becoming increasingly popular, but their complexity and large supply chains bring new challenges for engineers in terms of cybersecurity. With the growing threat of cyber attacks, it's important to understand the...

By Robin Mitchell | 13-02-2023

The bile duct is a key channel within the liver but is susceptible to becoming cancerous and is the second most common primary liver cancer. Most diagnoses of bile duct cancer come when it’s at an advanced stage and often too late, leading to poor survival rat...

By Liam Critchley | 08-02-2023

Researchers have uncovered a breakthrough in thermal management with their discovery of the impact a thin coating of hydrogel can have on the efficiency of heatsinks. By absorbing moisture and regulating temperature, this innovative material has the power to t...

By Jack Pollard | 07-02-2023

Recent earning reports from tech giants Intel and Samsung reveal a marked decrease in revenue from the consumer electronics sector, largely due to the persistent shortage of memory technology components like NAND and DRAM chips. The COVID-19 pandemic, along wi...

By Robin Mitchell | 06-02-2023

Recently, researchers in Brazil developed a portable medical sensor that can identify and detect the presence of heavy metals, such as lead and cadmium, in human sweat. This new technology allows individuals to screen and diagnose themselves for exposure to po...

By Robin Mitchell | 30-01-2023

Despite its age, the trusty hard disk drive (HDD), with its vast storage capacity and cost-effective nature, still reigns supreme in the data storage world, dominating newer technologies like the speedy solid-state drive (SSD). What challenges do memory techno...

By Jack Pollard | 27-01-2023

Recently, researchers demonstrated how Wi-Fi and advanced imaging technology, using scientific and engineering principles, can detect people in a room and determine their pose, but media reports, despite facts and logic, falsely claim it can "see through walls...

By Robin Mitchell | 26-01-2023

With the semiconductor shortage showing signs of improvement, engineers now have the chance to explore new hardware platforms and alternatives. The current supply chain issues present challenges but also present a golden opportunity for technologies such as RI...

By Robin Mitchell | 23-01-2023

Deep learning-based Artificial Intelligence (AI) can detect and diagnose certain cancers equally well as qualified humans, and in certain situations, it can do it better, faster and tirelessly.  Expert human radiologists and oncologists often have to look at h...

By Paul Whytock | 16-01-2023

While there is no question that fibre optics are superior for data transmission, they are never found in consumer devices due to the lack of technologies surrounding optical systems. What challenges do modern electronics face, what advantages do optical fibres...

By Robin Mitchell | 16-01-2023