Sound-Based Smart Glasses Provide Sight to Blind Individuals Inspired by Bats

Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney and the University of Sydney, in collaboration with Sydney-based startup ARIA Research, have developed innovative smart glasses inspired by bats’ echolocation abilities. These “acoustic touch” smart glasses convert visual information into unique sound representations, aiming to improve navigation for blind and visually impaired individuals. Assistive technology plays a […]

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Study Uncovers Secrets of Bat Genes: Shedding Light on Their Resistance to COVID and Cancer

Bat Genes Hold Secrets to COVID and Cancer Immunity, Scientists Say Bat genes have long fascinated researchers due to their remarkable ability to remain unaffected by both COVID and cancer. Despite hosting numerous coronaviruses, bats show no signs of illness. Scientists have been studying these genetic traits in an effort to understand and potentially transfer […]

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