Smart diapers could tell you when baby needs changing
A new sensor can be drawn with a pencil on treated paper. It could track health issues or even tell you when baby needs changing.
Printable sensors glow when they detect viruses or other dangers
New sensors could lead to virus-detecting drones or even clothes that help diagnose diseases like breast cancer, researchers say.
2D material may lead to sharper phone photos
A new two-dimensional material could help you take super-sharp photos with your phone, even in low light, researchers say.
Stretchy sensor works for health and video games
Super stretchy and sensitive sensors could work to monitor health or even help control video games, researchers report.
Stretchy sensor works for health and video games
Super stretchy and sensitive sensors could work to monitor health or even help control video games, researchers report.
Team swaps yeast sex drive for cannabinoid sensor
Researchers have made yeast turn red or glow when it successfully detects cannabinoids, a feat that could lead to drug discovery.
Palm tattoo can tell when you’re stressed out
A nearly invisible e-tattoo that attaches to the palm and connects to a smart watch can tell when you’re stressed out.
Embroidery stitches make low-cost wearable sensors
Embroidering power-generating yarns onto fabric could offer a low-cost, scalable way to make wearable devices.
Can touchy feely robots help you with laundry?
Artificial “skin” sensors can help robots get a grip on fabric, researchers report. It may be a step to having them help out with laundry.
Bacteria sensors report when they find chemical invaders
New research shows bacteria cells can be programmed to identify contaminants and report by releasing a detectable electrical current.