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Jun 18

Fabric-friendly sensors Opens in new window

Carnegie Mellon researchers have developed fabric-friendly near-field communication antennas that can be woven into everyday surfaces for building smart environments.

Jun 09

An atomic look at lithium-rich batteries Opens in new window

An international collaboration explored the workings of a lithium-rich battery at the atomic scale. The research opens up pathways for improving existing battery cathodes—and designing new ones.

Jun 07

Resetting travelers’ circadian clocks Opens in new window

Carnegie Mellon researchers are working with DARPA, Northwestern University, and Rice University to develop a system for regulating the body’s circadian clock.

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