Robots often struggle with tasks requiring a delicate sense of touch, such as grasping objects without dropping or crushing them, despite advancements in sensors and cameras. A team at the University at Buffalo (UB) is developing a new electronic textile (E-textile) that mimics the way human nerves detect pressure and slippage during gripping. This cost-effective […]
Researchers from UC Irvine and Japan’s Okayama and Toho universities have conducted a groundbreaking study on chitons—algae-eating mollusks known for their exceptionally hard, wear-resistant, and magnetic teeth. The study reveals how iron-binding proteins called RTMP1 are precisely delivered through microscopic tubules called microvilli during tooth formation. This tightly controlled process results in a durable dental […]
Researchers at UC San Diego have developed a straightforward yet effective technique using scanning electron microscopy to evaluate lithium metal battery performance, potentially speeding up the creation of safer, longer-lasting, and more energy-dense batteries for electric vehicles and large-scale energy storage. Lithium metal batteries can store twice the energy of current lithium-ion batteries, which could […]
Anti-Piracy Statement Beware of Hotel and Registration Scams! As of late, ASM has been made aware of various types of scams related to our events. The three most common include: Credit card fraud through selling fake reservations: Scammers have been known to reach out to prospective attendees, often using ASM’s company and conference names […]
What is Molecular Electronics? This exciting field explores how individual molecules can be used as building blocks for electronic devices, with lots still to discover and endless possibilities for innovation.
