Over centuries, January has brought discoveries, advancements and notable individuals that connect directly to the work of researchers, manufacturers, and academics today.
This special Christmas edition concludes with a unique and hilarious twist: a compilation of outtakes, curated and introduced by our very own AI-generated podcast hosts. You'll be hard pushed to tell the AI from the real people as they guide you through the bloopers, highlighting the personalities and humour behind the microphones.
Waterproof materials have come a long way since the invention of the Mackintosh coat. It's hard to imagine life without them - from the rugged outdoors to the bustling city, they’re everywhere.
Mark, Adam and Aphrodite take a look at a new soft, sustainable, biodegradable electroactive material referred to as Nanoribbons. Suitable for applications from medical implants to wearable electronics, these low-energy consuming biocompatible materials have been developed by Northwestern University.
Gold/Nickel Au82/Ni18 marries conductivity with hardness and oxidation resistance—preferred for reliable brazing, contacts, and high-vacuum electronic packaging.
