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Month: February 2026

Technology

The giant fire tornado that could save our oceans

February 17, 2026 Tech Xplore

In the frantic hours following an offshore oil spill, emergency responders face a destructive decision: let the oil spread or ignite it. Once ignited, it creates an “in-situ” fire pool that stops the oil from […]

Technology

Fiber batteries promise ‘smart clothing,’ but two obstacles stand in the way

February 17, 2026 Tech Xplore

Fiber batteries are an emerging technology which could one day be used to create smart clothing with a wide array of functions, from charging electronic devices to acting as wearable controllers. However, a new study […]

Education

Extra school roles can boost teachers’ job satisfaction when balanced within existing hours, easing teacher shortages

February 17, 2026 Phys Org

Teacher retention remains a significant concern in Australia, with stress, burnout, and job dissatisfaction being major contributors to educators leaving the profession.This article was originally published on this website.

Education

New research calls for ‘heat literacy’ in Australia

February 17, 2026 Phys Org

James Cook University (JCU) research argues Australians urgently need better education about heat to prepare for longer, hotter and more dangerous heat waves driven by climate change.This article was originally published on this website.

Education

Incentive program for teachers yields long-term student gains

February 16, 2026 Phys Org

A teacher-incentive program in South Carolina has led to striking long-term benefits for students, including lower rates of felony arrest and reduced reliance on government assistance in early adulthood, according to a new study published […]

Education

New national study reveals ‘mixed legacy’ of pandemic on early childhood development

February 16, 2026 Phys Org

New research led by Professor Claudine Bowyer-Crane has uncovered a complex picture of how COVID-19 reshaped the lives of young learners in England. The ICICLES study was initiated while Professor Bower-Crane was at the National […]

Technology

Woven nickel-titanium structures unlock new flexibility in 3D-printed shape-memory materials

February 16, 2026 Tech Xplore

At first glance, few materials would seem to have less in common than metals and textiles. And yet, by manufacturing nickel-titanium alloys as a highly deformable, interwoven material, more similar to fabric than a typical […]

Computers

Why ‘zero-knowledge encryption’ may not stop password theft if servers are hacked

February 16, 2026 Tech Xplore

People who regularly use online services have between 100 and 200 passwords. Very few can remember every single one. Password managers are therefore extremely helpful, allowing users to access all their passwords with just a […]

Education

Teaching the human skills AI can’t replace

February 16, 2026 Phys Org

New Edith Cowan University (ECU) research suggests emotional literacy may be one of the most important skills students can learn, not just for relationships, but for their education and future careers.This article was originally published […]

Computers

Why AI may overcomplicate answers: Humans and LLMs show ‘addition bias,’ often choosing extra steps over subtraction

February 15, 2026 Tech Xplore

When making decisions and judgments, humans can fall into common “traps,” known as cognitive biases. A cognitive bias is essentially the tendency to process information in a specific way or follow a systematic pattern. One […]

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