Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Three scientists have jointly earned the Nobel Prize in physics for ...

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are so ubiquitous that it's easy to forget just how much society relies on these underappreciated technological wonders. Yet, the history of the LED goes back further than ...

Forget harsh bleach—scientists have discovered that powerful blue LED light can erase yellow stains from sweat, food, and oils without harming delicate fabrics like silk. By harnessing oxygen in the ...

This year, instead of rolling out that tangled knot of old incandescent Christmas lights, consider investing in the future (and your monthly energy bill) by making the switch to low-energy LED holiday ...

The development of practical blue LEDs required great perseverance by several Japanese scientists who had to learn how to fabricate high-quality films of GaN and effectively dope them to create ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. LED bulbs, by all indication, herald the future of home lighting ...