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Iowa Wind Turbines Getting Smarter Lights to End Red Blink
SolutionsFeb 17

Iowa Wind Turbines Getting Smarter Lights to End Red Blink

Iowa lawmakers are solving a surprising problem: thousands of constantly blinking red lights on wind turbines keeping neighbors awake at night. New sensor technology will make the lights activate only when aircraft approach, ending the nightly light show while keeping planes safe.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read
Mouth Patch Detects Gum Disease Before Symptoms Start
InnovationFeb 15

Mouth Patch Detects Gum Disease Before Symptoms Start

Scientists created a tiny patch that sticks inside your mouth and catches inflammation before it becomes gum disease. The sensor is so sensitive it could transform dental care from treating problems to preventing them entirely.

Medical Xpress3 min read
New Chip Makes pH Testing Simpler for Medical, Farm Use
InnovationFeb 13

New Chip Makes pH Testing Simpler for Medical, Farm Use

German scientists have created a durable chip that makes pH testing more reliable and portable, replacing fragile equipment that often broke down. The breakthrough could transform how doctors, farmers, and environmental teams test water and biological samples in the field.

Phys.org3 min read
New Test Strip Detects Cancer Markers Like Blood Sugar Test
InnovationFeb 4

New Test Strip Detects Cancer Markers Like Blood Sugar Test

Scientists created a simple test strip that could detect cancer as easily as checking blood sugar, making early diagnosis accessible to everyone. The breakthrough uses enzymes to spot disease markers at concentrations a trillion times lower than glucose.

Medical Xpress2 min read
New Biosensor Tracks Iron in Living Cells in Real Time
Health & WellnessJan 25

New Biosensor Tracks Iron in Living Cells in Real Time

Scientists created a groundbreaking tool that watches iron move through living cells as it happens, opening doors to better disease research and treatment. The computer-designed biosensor could revolutionize how we study everything from infections to iron-related medical conditions.

Phys.org2 min read