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Read article: New COVID-19 test works in a second using microfluidics and electronics Biomedical devices Research update New COVID-19 test works in a second using microfluidics and electronics System uses disposable testing cartridge and reusable circuit board
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Read article: ‘Magic angle’ device can rotate terahertz polarization by 90° or more 2D materials Research update ‘Magic angle’ device can rotate terahertz polarization by 90° or more Aligned carbon nanotube film is much thinner than conventional polarization rotators
Read article: Ultra-magnetostrictive material shows promise for beyond-CMOS technologies Semiconductors and electronics Research update Ultra-magnetostrictive material shows promise for beyond-CMOS technologies New material is based on iron and gallium, avoiding the need for expensive and scarce rare-earth elements
Read article: Frozen detonation could enable hypersonic flight Telescopes and space missions Research update Frozen detonation could enable hypersonic flight Detonation-based engines could play an important role in future space exploration and extremely high-speed intercontinental travel