by Nagoya University on December 19, 2024 at 9:22 pm

Researchers at Nagoya University developed a phosphonic acid polymer with hydrophobic spacers for fuel cell electrolytes, enabling high-temperature, low-humidity operation. A research group led by Atsushi Noro at Nagoya University in Japan has introduced a groundbreaking design for fuel cell electrolytes, featuring a phosphonic acid polymer with hydrocarbon spacers. This innovative approach enables fuel cells [...]

by Optica on December 19, 2024 at 3:00 pm

Researchers have engineered a laser-based artificial neuron that simulates the complex functions of a biological graded neuron, processing data at speeds a billion times faster than its natural counterpart. This innovation could revolutionize AI and computing by enabling ultrafast data processing and significant energy savings. Laser-based Artificial Neurons Scientists have created a laser-based artificial neuron [...]

by BMJ Group on December 18, 2024 at 11:30 pm

Findings Challenge Assumption That AI Will Soon Replace Human Doctors Research shows that top AI models demonstrate cognitive impairments similar to early dementia symptoms when evaluated with the MoCA test. These findings underscore the limitations of AI in clinical applications, particularly in tasks requiring visual and executive skills. Cognitive Impairments in AI Almost all leading [...]

by Ames National Laboratory on December 18, 2024 at 12:57 am

Scientists have developed a magnetocaloric heat pump that matches conventional systems in cost, weight, and performance, eliminating harmful refrigerants. By optimizing materials and design, the pump achieves comparable power density, offering a greener and efficient alternative for heating and cooling. Researchers from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Ames National Laboratory have developed a magnetocaloric heat [...]

by University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science on December 17, 2024 at 3:15 pm

Researchers at the University of Virginia have made significant advancements in understanding how heat flows through thin metal films, critical for designing more efficient computer chips. This study confirms Matthiessen’s rule at the nanoscale, enhancing heat management in ultra-thin copper films used in next-generation devices, thereby improving performance and sustainability. Breakthrough in Chip Technology Researchers [...]