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Bio-Engineers Create Self-Healing Building Materials

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A groundbreaking advancement in materials science is reshaping the future of construction as bio-engineers unveil a new generation of self-healing building materials capable of automatically repairing cracks, damage, and structural stress. This innovative technology integrates living microorganisms, smart polymers, and responsive nano-additives to create materials that can detect damage and restore themselves without human intervention. Designed to significantly increase durability and reduce maintenance costs, these materials are being hailed as a major leap toward sustainable and resilient infrastructure. At the core of this technology is the use of engineered bacteria embedded within the material matrix, often in microcapsules. When cracks form, these capsules rupture, exposing the bacteria to air and moisture, activating them to produce calcium carbonate or bio-friendly binding agents that naturally fill and seal cracks. In parallel, advanced materials such as shape-memory polymers...

Feelings on a Chip: Bio-Electronic Sensors #BioElectronicSensors #TechInnovation#WRA

Discover the groundbreaking technology behind bio-electronic sensors that can detect your emotions! we explore how these innovative devices analyze physiological signals to reveal what you're really feeling. From stress to happiness, feel empowered by understanding your emotions on a whole new level. Watch as we showcase the fascinating science and potential applications of this technology in mental health and wellness. Don't forget to like and share this video to spread the word about this incredible advancement! International Young Scientist Awards Website link: youngscientistawards.com Nomination Link: https://youngscientistawards.com/award-nomination/?ecategory=Awards&rcategory=Awardee Contact Us: support@youngscientistawards.com _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Social Media: Twitter : https://twitter.com/youngsc06963908 Linkedin- : https://www.linkedin.com/in/shravya-r... Pinterest : https://in.p...

Deep-Sea Microorganism Found to Break Down Plastic Naturally

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  In a groundbreaking discovery that could transform the global fight against plastic pollution , a team of marine biologists has identified a deep-sea microorganism capable of naturally breaking down plastic waste. Found nearly 6,000 meters below sea level, this organism thrives in one of the most extreme environments on Earth—high pressure, low temperature, and complete darkness. Yet remarkably, it has evolved a biochemical mechanism that allows it to digest some of the most persistent forms of plastic, including polyethylene and polypropylene. Scientists discovered the microorganism while analyzing sediment samples collected from the Mariana Trench and surrounding deep-sea ecosystems. During laboratory analysis , researchers observed that certain plastic fragments placed in controlled environments showed significant degradation within weeks, far faster than the hundreds of years plastic typically requires to break down. Genetic sequencing later confirmed the presence of special...

Green Hydrogen Breakthrough: Countries Accelerate Investments Toward a Global Clean-Energy Economy

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In a major boost to the clean-energy transition, several countries have recently accelerated investments in green hydrogen, marking a pivotal moment in the global shift toward low-carbon fuel systems. Green hydrogen—produced through electrolysis powered by renewable energy—has emerged as one of the most promising solutions for reducing emissions in hard-to-decarbonize sectors such as heavy industry, aviation, shipping, and long-distance transport. Over the past month, governments and private companies have unveiled large-scale hydrogen projects aimed at increasing production capacity and reducing costs. Europe has announced new hydrogen corridors connecting production hubs with industrial consumers, while countries like India, Japan, and Australia are expanding their national hydrogen missions to strengthen energy security and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Several leading energy companies have also formed alliances to accelerate technology development, including advanced electroly...

AI-Powered Drug Discovery

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  AI-powered drug discovery represents a revolutionary shift in how new therapeutic molecules are identified, validated, and optimized. Traditionally, drug discovery has been a lengthy, expensive, and high-risk process often taking over a decade and billions of dollars to bring a single drug to market. Artificial intelligence transforms this landscape by integrating large-scale biological data, computational modeling, and predictive analytics to accelerate every step of the pipeline—from target identification to clinical trial design. At its core, AI leverages machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and generative models to analyze vast datasets that humans cannot process manually. These datasets include genomic information, protein structures, disease pathways, chemical libraries, clinical records, and high-content screening outputs. By recognizing complex patterns across these domains, AI systems can predict which molecules are most likely to succeed and whi...

Asteroid Mining Technology Reaches Successful Prototype Stage

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In a groundbreaking development for space exploration and resource utilization, scientists and engineers have announced the successful testing of the world’s first functional asteroid mining prototype system. This milestone marks a significant step toward harnessing extraterrestrial resources to support both space missions and Earth’s growing industrial demands.   The prototype, developed through international collaboration among space agencies, private aerospace companies, and research institutions, demonstrates the ability to autonomously locate, extract, and process valuable minerals from asteroid-like materials in simulated space environments. Using advanced robotics, AI navigation systems, and laser-powered excavation tools, the technology can identify mineral-rich regions, drill with precision, and collect materials such as platinum, nickel, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Asteroid mining has long been considered a futuristic concept with enormous potential. Experts believe...

Chemists create light-switchable magnets that remain active for hours

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  Chemists have achieved a groundbreaking advancement in materials science by developing light-switchable magnets that can remain active for hours. This innovative class of magnetic materials is engineered to respond to light, offering a controllable and reversible way to manipulate magnetism without the need for constant external power sources. Traditional magnets rely on intrinsic atomic structures to maintain magnetic order, but these new photo-responsive magnets harness molecular-level design and light-induced electronic changes to achieve long-lasting magnetic states. The principle behind this innovation involves embedding photosensitive molecules into specially designed frameworks. When exposed to light of a specific wavelength , these molecules undergo structural and electronic transitions, which trigger and stabilize magnetism within the system. Unlike earlier attempts where light-induced magnetism quickly faded, this new approach allows the magnetic state to persist for ...