The plug-and-play style of smart home devices is convenient but expensive. ESPHome is monumental in helping you save costs ...

Researchers have developed a precision magnetometer based on a special material that changes optical properties in response ...

Abstract: In this article, we propose and experimentally demonstrate a simple and low-cost fiber-optic sensor for temperature-independent ultraviolet (UV) detection. The sensor utilizes a ...

I tested a tiny plug-in that claims to prevent electrical fires - can something so simple really bring peace of mind?

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Data from brain scans paired with satellite images suggest a biological pathway links artificial light exposure ...

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. Short days and fading sun bring more than just cold weather. Bright light therapy may offer a surprisingly simple way to ease ...

Architecture goes beyond its fundamental function of defining spaces and providing protection; it shapes the user experience, influencing sensations of comfort, spaciousness, and well-being. Among the ...

Redefining the repeating pattern in photonic crystals creates tightly confined pathways for light while preserving symmetry, offering a simple route to ultracompact and low loss light circuits.

Not all poisonous gases have a smell or a color. But a tiny grid of pastel- and candy-colored squares that effectively “sniffs” out hazardous chemicals in the air such as chlorosarin — a highly toxic ...

A radically simple pill could change the future of IBD care; just one dose can turn signs of inflammation into a clear, visual cue right at home. Schematic of modalities for inflammation monitoring in ...

Wyze has just launched a new “Lamp Socket v2” accessory that lets users power their cameras using a simple light bulb fixture, while also making those bulbs smart in the process. The Wyze Lamp Socket ...