➀ MIT engineers have developed a nanofiltration process to reduce waste from aluminum production; ➁ The process captures aluminum ions from effluent streams and recycles them; ➂ Lab experiments demonstrate the ability to capture over 99% of aluminum ions.

➀ MIT's new wireless biosensing technology promises to transform biomedical research and redefine cellular communication; ➁ Decoding cellular signals is crucial for understanding cell communication and responding to environmental changes; ➂ MIT researchers have developed wireless organic electro-scattering antennas (OCEANs) that use light to detect electrical changes in their liquid environment, offering unprecedented insight into cellular activity.

➀ MIT engineers have developed an ultra-small zinc-air battery, measuring 0.1mm in length, for autonomous micro-robots. ➁ This battery can power tiny circuits and sensors, freeing micro-robots from solar dependence. ➂ Potential applications include drug delivery within the human body and detecting gas pipeline leaks.

1. MIT engineers have developed a method to produce hydrogen using purified aluminum from soda cans mixed with seawater, accelerated by caffeine. 2. This technology aims to power marine and underwater vehicles by creating a compact reactor that generates hydrogen on demand. 3. The researchers plan to test the reactor in marine environments, estimating that 40 pounds of aluminum pellets could power a small underwater glider for 30 days.

❶ MIT scientists have developed a new ferroelectric material transistor with nanosecond switching speeds and exceptional durability. ❷ This technology could significantly enhance high-performance computing and energy efficiency, particularly crucial for AI technologies. ❸ The transistor shows no signs of degradation after 100 billion switches, potentially revolutionizing archival flash storage.

1. MIT engineers have identified key traits for fast proton conduction and found six promising candidates. 2. Solid acids are likely to be fast proton conductors, based on computer simulations. 3. These materials could enhance fuel cells, clean fuel electrolyzers, proton batteries, and iono-electronic devices.

1. MIT scientists have developed a new method for long-term DNA preservation inspired by the concept of Jurassic Park. 2. The method involves storing DNA in an amber-like polymer, which is easier to embed and extract compared to traditional freezing or silica embedding methods. 3. This new approach is highly scalable and offers a promising solution for preserving genetic information over extended periods.