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Massachusetts plans to invest up to $25 million in a new quantum research facility aimed at next-generation computing breakthroughs.

A UK-backed consortium says it has validated a floating 45 MWh hydrogen power hub designed to supply ships without relying on a grid connection.

A new space story frames oxygen extraction on the Moon as a necessary step before human life on Mars, reflecting a broader shift from short lunar visits toward long-term habitation.

The Pentagon’s top research official says the science behind directed-energy weapons is largely settled, with the next challenge being mass-producible systems and a major demonstration tied to Golden Dome.

A new study argues the liver may play a role in how pigeons detect Earth’s magnetic field during long-range navigation.

A Tokyo summit drew attention with humanoid robots and robotic hands capable of delicate tasks such as threading a needle, underscoring the field’s push toward fine motor control.

A residential building in France with 12 apartments has reportedly been completed using 3D concrete printing in just 34 days.

The 2026 GMC Sierra lineup spans gasoline, diesel, and electric variants, reflecting a truck market in which manufacturers are serving multiple use cases rather than betting on a single propulsion path.

An opinion piece highlighted growing concern that weakened research support is draining confidence among scientists and threatening future breakthroughs.

Researchers at NTU Singapore say a seed-sized magnetic robot can switch between five surgical tools in under a second, suggesting a more flexible approach to minimally invasive procedures.

Researchers have shown that natural silk fibers can be fused under controlled heat and pressure into a strong bio-derived material, opening potential uses in implants and other advanced devices.

Researchers at MIT CSAIL have turned a shelved 1980s triangular zipper concept into a 3D-printed “Y-zipper” that can switch objects between soft, packable states and rigid forms.

The Alfie BOXX combines a handcrafted wooden camera with an internal black-and-white print development process, aiming to revive slow analog photography with a self-contained workflow.

The IEEE Communications Society says its research collaboration pitch sessions are helping connect academic communications researchers with potential corporate partners and backers.

The newly completed Wasl Tower in Dubai pairs a twisting supertall form with thousands of terracotta fins designed to shade the building and reduce cooling demand in extreme heat.

A newly unveiled hydrogen-powered fuel cell stack is aimed at moving long-range industrial drones closer to commercial deployment.

A new Chinese lithium-sulfur battery design is being pitched as a way to significantly extend drone flight times, with the article metadata pointing to an 800-cycle system that could nearly double endurance.

Akaso’s lower-cost 360 action camera points to a broader shift in imaging hardware: features once reserved for premium creator devices are moving into entry-level gear.

Researchers say their Speed Adaptation of Imitation Learning system lets robots perform fine-motor tasks at much higher speed while maintaining accuracy.

The MG Cargo launches with a narrow-folding frame, claimed 47-mile range and a 250-pound rear rack, targeting riders who want cargo-bike utility without garage-sized storage.