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New Shark-Resistant Materials Promise Safer Wetsuits

Scientists at Flinders University have created bite-resistant fabrics that lessen injuries from shark encounters. Tested with white and tiger sharks, the materials show stronger protection than standard wetsuits, improving safety for surfers and divers worldwide.
(c) Ali Abdul Rahman

AP NEWS

  • October 2, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Nuevos materiales resistentes a tiburones ofrecen trajes más seguros

Scientists at Flinders University have created bite-resistant fabrics that lessen injuries from shark encounters. Tested with white and tiger sharks, the materials show stronger protection than standard wetsuits, improving safety for surfers and divers worldwide.
(c) Ali Abdul Rahman

AP NEWS

  • October 2, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Innovative Shoe Rack Design Tackles Odor Issue

In an effort to address the common problem of smelly shoes in university hostels, former student Sarthak Mittal and researcher Vikash Kumar developed a UVC-equipped shoe rack that eliminates odor-causing bacteria in just 2-3 minutes. Their groundbreaking work earned them recognition from the Ig Nobel Prize, celebrating the inventive spirit of science.
(c) Robin

BBC

  • September 28, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Estante de zapatos con UVC gana Ig Nobel al eliminar bacterias del olor

In an effort to address the common problem of smelly shoes in university hostels, former student Sarthak Mittal and researcher Vikash Kumar developed a UVC-equipped shoe rack that eliminates odor-causing bacteria in just 2-3 minutes. Their groundbreaking work earned them recognition from the Ig Nobel Prize, celebrating the inventive spirit of science.
(c) Robin

BBC

  • September 28, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Australia outlaws ‘nudify’ and stalking apps to protect digital dignity

Australia is demanding tech platforms ban 'nudify' and undetectable stalking apps—tools that create deepfake nudes and compromise privacy. This world-first move shifts responsibility to industry, offering a promising step to safeguard users and respect consent.
(c) JerzyGórecki

ALJAZEERA

  • September 8, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Vermont Man Brings Pay Phones Back to Life – for Free

Electrical engineer Patrick Schlott has refurbished and retrofitted used pay phones that the public can use for free around rural Vermont— internet-enabled and especially helpful where cell service is unavailable. Over 370 calls have been made so far. Retro tech that brings safety where mobile networks fail.
(c) Ambitious Studio Rick Barrett

POPULAR SCIENCE

  • August 30, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Crystal that “Breathes” Oxygen Paves Way for Smarter Clean Tech

Scientists in Korea and Japan created a stable strontium-iron-cobalt crystal that inhales and exhales oxygen on command—under mild conditions. Reversible and durable, it's a bright breakthrough for fuel cells, smart windows, and heat-controlling electronics.
(c) Bhautik Patel

DESIGNBOOM

  • August 23, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

New Glass Cleans Itself in Seconds with a Simple Electric Field

Chinese scientists developed transparent, low-cost glass that removes 95% of dust within 10 seconds using electric fields—no water or chemicals needed. It even blocks new particles from settling, offering sustainable, maintenance-free solutions from skyscrapers to Mars rovers.
(c) Michael/Unspalsh CC0

TECH XPLORE

  • August 7, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Superwood: Revolutionary Engineered Wood Is Stronger Than Steel

InventWood’s new Superwood is a cutting-edge engineered wood that’s up to 50% stronger than steel while being six times lighter. It’s fire‑resistant, eco-friendly, and scalable for mass production—poised to transform construction and reduce carbon impact at scale.
(c) FW Studio

DEZEEN

  • August 1, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Robotic Arm with Soft Grippers Empowers People with Disabilities

A new robotic arm with soft, switchable adhesive grippers lets individuals with limited mobility perform tasks like making a pizza. From handling different textures to gripping diverse items, it's intuitive and adaptive—a practical step toward greater independence.
(c) Nick Owens/Unsplash CC0

TECH XPLORE

  • August 1, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Novel Aerogel Uses Sunlight to Turn Saltwater into Drinking Water

A research team at Hong Kong Polytechnic created a 3D‑printed aerogel that uses only sunlight to evaporate and condense seawater into drinkable water. Producing just about 3 tablespoons in tests, it is the first of its kind that retains efficiency when scaled, offering low‑cost, off‑grid desalination.
(c) Photoholgic/Unsplash CC0

ARS TECHNICA

  • July 30, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

NYC Intersections See 33% Fewer Pedestrian Injuries After LPI Rollout

According to the largest dataset to date evaluating the effectiveness of Leading Pedestrian Intervals (LPIs), which gives pedestrians a 7-second head start at traffic lights before vehicles receive a green light to turn, is associated with a 33% reduction in both fatal and non-fatal pedestrian injuries at New York City intersections.
(c) Norbert Kundrack/Unsplash CC0

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY

  • July 22, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Bioengineered Organs Get Smarter With Built-In Electronic Control

A new frontier in biotech merges living tissue with electronics to create smart biohybrid organs. These platforms can monitor, respond to, and even self-regulate biological functions, paving the way for more adaptive, personalized treatments and advanced medical technologies.
(c) Ali Hajiliyi/Unsplash CC0

EUREKALERT

  • July 22, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

NYC Intersections See 33% Fewer Pedestrian Injuries After LPI Rollout

According to the largest dataset to date evaluating the effectiveness of Leading Pedestrian Intervals (LPIs), which gives pedestrians a 7-second head start at traffic lights before vehicles receive a green light to turn, is associated with a 33% reduction in both fatal and non-fatal pedestrian injuries at New York City intersections.
(c) Norbert Kundrack/Unsplash CC0

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY

  • July 22, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Beyond Shade: New Radiant Cooling Makes Outdoor Heat Feel Bearable

UCLA engineers have developed a passive radiant cooling structure that can lower perceived outdoor temperatures by up to 7°F (4°C). Unlike shade alone, it cools by releasing heat into the sky. This could revolutionize how cities stay livable during extreme heat waves.
(c) immathew/Unslash CC0

UCLA

  • July 20, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Flexible X‑Ray Metafabric Could Revolutionize Wearable Imaging Tech

Researchers at Hong Kong Polytechnic developed “X‑Wear,” a flexible, all‑inorganic X‑ray scintillator fabric that delivers 10× brighter output than prior flexible materials. It promises comfortable, wearable X‑ray imaging and radiation shielding once fully integrated.
(c) Owen Beard/Unsplash CC0

TECH XPLORE

  • June 30, 2025
  • Innovation, Uncategorized

Smart Bike Helmet Signals Braking to Boost Cyclist Safety

A new bike helmet with built-in brake lights and auto-adjusting fit just hit the market. Its rear LED lights flash under braking, and the dial-fit system adapts instantly. It’s a smart yet straightforward design aimed at reducing cycling accidents.
(c) Stefanalen/Pixabay CC0

DESIGNBOOM

  • May 30, 2025
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