Thunderstorms can generate weak electrical discharges on the plants underneath, but until now, they had never been observed in nature ...
Researchers have built a new platform that produces ultrashort UV-C laser pulses and detects them at room temperature using atom-thin materials. The light flashes last just femtoseconds and can be ...
Follow any beauty biohacker on social media right now and you’ll hear them raving about the benefits of red-light therapy. There's so much hype about the technology that it's fair to ask, “Does ...
UV-C light is a type of ultraviolet light with shorter wavelength and more energy than UV light of type A and B. Photonic components operating in the UV-C range can unlock new opportunities across ...
Scientists have developed a fully transparent skin sensor that accurately measures UV radiation, detecting light and converting it to electrical signals. So when the Sun's rays reach damaging levels, ...
A fresh rub on a winged elm seen in a flashlight (left), 365 nm UV light (center), and 395 nm UV light. Photo courtesy of NDA The ability to spot rubs and scrapes is an acquired skill. They may be ...
Scientists have shown that far-UVC lights, which are already commercially available, can rapidly break down common airborne allergens, offering a safe and fast new way to ease asthma and allergy ...
Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. While ultraviolet (UV) light is harmful for human skin, it could ...
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