Researchers from Japan and Netherlands demonstrated a record-breaking data-rate of 22.9 petabits per second using only a single optical fiber, which was more than double our previous world record of 10.66 petabits…
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Ingestible electronic device detects breathing depression in patients
Diagnosing sleep disorders such as sleep apnea usually requires a patient to spend the night in a sleep lab, hooked up to a variety of sensors and monitors. Researchers from MIT, Celero…
UK approves world-first CRISPR gene therapy “Casgevy” to cure sickle-cell disease
A new treatment for sickle-cell disease and transfusion-dependent β-thalassemia has been authorised by the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) for patients aged 12 and over after a rigorous assessment…
This 3D printer can watch itself fabricate objects
Computer vision enables contact-free 3D printing, letting engineers print with high-performance materials they couldn’t use before. With 3D inkjet printing systems, engineers can fabricate hybrid structures that have soft and rigid components,…
Solar-powered device produces clean water and clean fuel at the same time
A floating, solar-powered device that can turn contaminated water or seawater into clean hydrogen fuel and purified water, anywhere in the world, has been developed by researchers. The device, developed by researchers…