The tech section covers stories about technology making life better, not just more profitable. Open-source tools reaching new audiences, accessibility breakthroughs, AI applications in healthcare and education, infrastructure improvements that quietly make cities work better. Product launches and funding rounds are excluded unless they deliver tangible public benefit.
Cambridge researchers have developed a small, affordable optical sensor that can accurately identify various substances. The device has already shown promise in testing with perfect accuracy for detec…
The Aged Intelligence Society is a growing startup that hosts events for women to learn about AI and its applications. These events aim to help women overcome challenges in their lives by leveraging c…
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A new AI biology model from Hugging Face allows people to communicate with DNA, which could aid in understanding genetic changes. The open-source model translates DNA language into something researche…
Scientists are exploring how animals communicate with each other to gain insight into their thoughts and behaviors. This research could help humans better understand the inner lives of other species. …
A Dutch startup called Respyre has created a special type of concrete that allows moss to grow on it without needing water or soil. This innovative material is made by the company in collaboration wit…
Researchers at NASA's Glenn Research Center are working on a software to help design and analyze aircraft propulsion systems, which will be used for space missions. The software is being developed in …
An engineer has created a device that harnesses the power of tides to generate energy, which could potentially benefit residents of coastal towns. The technology is still at an early stage but shows p…
A high school student created an app that uses Bluetooth to send messages during emergencies when cell networks are down. The app can hop between devices using Bluetooth to deliver crucial information…
A new medical device called PRIMA can help people with macular degeneration regain some of their sight by combining a retinal implant with special glasses that have cameras. The system was approved fo…
Researchers have developed a method using artificial intelligence to convert scrap impurities into useful ingredients for making stronger recycled iron. The process aims to reduce the reliance on prim…
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