Technology

A recent study conducted by researchers at Lehigh University has resulted in the development of a groundbreaking material that has the potential to significantly enhance the efficiency of solar panels. Through the use of this material as the active layer in a solar cell prototype, the researchers were able to achieve an average photovoltaic absorption

The field of quantum computing is still in its infancy, with the development of practical quantum computers still a distant goal. Despite this, researchers like Ph.D. candidate Casper Gyurik are already exploring the potential applications of quantum computing, particularly in combination with machine learning techniques. This article delves into Gyurik’s research and the possibilities that

Companies that develop large language models face the challenge of ensuring the safety and integrity of their AI systems. Traditional red-teaming techniques involve human testers generating prompts to test the responses of the models, but this manual process is both time-consuming and limited in its effectiveness. Researchers from Improbable AI Lab at MIT and the

In a groundbreaking development, researchers at Linköping University in Sweden have introduced a revolutionary concept in the realm of digital display screens. This innovative technology involves LEDs that have the remarkable ability to react to touch, light, fingerprints, and even the user’s pulse. Published in Nature Electronics, this breakthrough could potentially herald the advent of

Recently, President Yoon Suk Yeol announced South Korea’s plan to invest nearly $7 billion in artificial intelligence by 2027. The country, known for being home to Samsung and SK Hynix, the top two memory chip makers in the world, is determined to become a global leader in cutting-edge semiconductors. The decision to focus on AI

Solar energy is a promising renewable energy source that is readily available and has low dependency on natural topography. However, the fluctuations in solar output due to factors like season and weather present a challenge in the efficient utilization of solar energy for green hydrogen production. These fluctuations can lead to increases and decreases in

Artificial intelligence (AI) has recently been brought to the forefront as both a problem and a solution in the urgent global effort to combat climate change. The increasing role of AI in our daily lives necessitates massive amounts of computing power and storage, leading to concerns about its carbon footprint. However, AI also holds the

In a world where technological advancements seem to be evolving at an unprecedented pace, the spotlight is now shifting towards quantum computing as the next big potential disrupter. Unlike the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, the Swiss-based Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator Foundation (GESDA) is actively working to ensure that rules and regulations are in

Robotic systems have significantly impacted various industries by assisting humans in warehouses, airports, malls, and offices. However, the future of robotics lies in the deployment of robots in unknown and unmapped environments. These environments pose unique challenges, such as occlusion of sensors by obstacles, increasing the risk of collisions. Air-ground robots have the potential to

A groundbreaking development in memory technology has emerged from the KAIST School of Electrical Engineering in South Korea. Professor Shinhyun Choi’s research team has successfully created a new memory device with the potential to revolutionize the field of artificial intelligence hardware. This innovative phase change memory device boasts ultra-low power consumption and has the capability

Tesla reported a sharp decline in first-quarter auto sales, with global deliveries down 8.5 percent compared to the previous period. The company attributed this decrease to weak sales in China and the impact of an arson attack on power lines in Germany. Tesla also mentioned production disruptions due to the Red Sea conflict and an

In a breakthrough development, a team of engineers at The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology’s ICFO–Institut de Ciències Fotòniques has successfully created a nearly transparent camera for eye tracking purposes. This innovative camera opens up a world of possibilities for applications such as virtual reality helmets, automotive assistance devices, and advertising tracking. Traditionally, one

In the realm of miniaturized optoelectronic devices, high gate capacitance is crucial for optimal performance while consuming less energy. This has led researchers to explore various approaches to enhance gate capacitance without compromising the thickness of gate insulators or dielectrics. One such method involves utilizing insulating materials with a high dielectric constant (κ), such as

Organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) have shown great potential for various applications due to their ability to modulate electrical current in response to small changes in voltage. However, conventional OECTs have been limited by stability and slow redox processes. Researchers at Northwestern University have recently introduced a new fabrication strategy to address these limitations and improve

The concept of self-driving vehicles has long been a focus of both robotics research and the automotive industry. While significant progress has been made in this field, with some companies already testing autonomous vehicles in controlled environments, the deployment of these vehicles in real-world settings remains limited. One area of interest in recent years has