Electrical method could help detect extraterrestrial life
07 October, 2026An AI-powered nanogap method can distinguish amino-acid forms, opening a path to compact electrical detectors to search for extraterrestrial life.
On-chip quantum memory enables longer photon storage times
07 October, 2026 by Jeni Bushman, The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignResearchers have developed a chip-based quantum memory for longer-term photon storage.
Research identifies hidden network latency bottlenecks
25 September, 2026Researchers have identified hidden network latency bottlenecks, revealing where delays occur and offering new ways to pinpoint performance problems.
Novel semiconductor device enables low-voltage switching
23 September, 2026A gallium oxide-based semiconductor device has demonstrated 0.8 V switching, marking a step towards more energy-efficient chip technologies.
Optical isolators integrated on silicon photonics chips
17 September, 2026A new laser-annealing process integrates optical isolators directly onto silicon photonics chips, supporting more compact optical circuits for high-bandwidth applications.
Neuromorphic chip combines sensing, memory and processing
10 September, 2026 by Will Wright, RMIT UniversityA new neuromorphic vision chip integrates sensing, memory and processing in one system, enabling local data processing with potential energy savings.
Cyborg cockroaches carry electronics into disaster zones
03 September, 2026UQ researchers have equipped cockroaches with lightweight electronics, cameras and injectors, creating cyborg rescue platforms for hard-to-reach disaster zones.
Laser-patterned polymers enable novel surfaces for electronics
03 September, 2026 by Flinders UniversityA low-power laser process transforms sulfur-based polymers into functional reflective and water-repellent surfaces for potential use in electronics and optical devices.
Hardware implant exposes new risk in aircraft electronics
03 September, 2026 by Ioana Patringenaru, University of California San DiegoComputer science researchers developed and tested a device that, if plugged into a hardwired communications channel connecting two key flight computers, can take over communications between these computers.
How do you measure one-third of an electron?
20 August, 2026 by Nik Papageorgiou, EPFLEPFL researchers have developed a graphene device that measures the tiny, fractional electric charges carried by some of the strangest objects in quantum physics.
Gas-phase etching for faster MXene manufacturing
13 August, 2026 by Rachel Leeson, Rice UniversityA gas-phase MXene process cuts etching from hours to seconds, offering faster, more controllable and scalable production for advanced electronics and coatings.
Fuel cell catalyst targets data centre energy needs
12 August, 2026 by Beth Miller, Washington University in St. LouisA new carbon nanostructure helps platinum–cobalt catalysts remain stable at high temperatures, potentially enabling cleaner power for data centres.
Microwave brain chip compresses satellite data using AI
05 August, 2026 by Syl Kacapyr, Cornell Duffield College of EngineeringThe microwave chip can encode signals into an internal language before compressing and classifying data for low-power satellite systems.
Semiconductor chips enable biomolecular sensing
30 July, 2026 by Katherine Connor, University of California San DiegoBy integrating insect olfactory receptors with graphene semiconductor chips, researchers have created a bioelectronic platform for selective molecular detection.
Acoustic chip advances 6G and satellite RF systems
29 July, 2026A novel layered acoustic wave design improves RF power handling and thermal management, enabling more reliable chips for 6G, satellite and future wireless networks.
