Mobile Phones

In the hunt for cancer cures, researchers work with structures known as tumor spheroids. A new method of producing these structures has emerged using simple parts, which could lead to the cheap, reliable generation of these valuable research tools.

After over 10 years of research, the National Toxicology Program has released its report into the effects of radio frequency radiation on animals. The results suggest that high levels of exposure can cause some cancers, however the conclusions have been labeled as “weak” and unrelatable to humans.

Seattle-based photographer and activist Chris Jordan aims to make measures of consumerism manifest through visual art and, as he tells Gizmag, bridge the disconnect between our mass consumption and its largely invisible consequences.

In a development that would seem to bring a whole new meaning to the term Lightning charger, Nokia and the University of Southampton claim to have used simulated lightning to charge a Nokia Lumia 925. But is there really any cause for excitement, or are we merely witnessing special effects?

Scientists at Bristol Robotics Laboratory have created a microbial fuel cell (MFC) that generates electricity from urine. Using the technology, they have been able to generate enough power to enable SMS messaging, web browsing and to make a brief phone call – all using the power of pee.

The ecoATM is an automated kiosk that gives users some monetary compensation for recycling their old mobile phone or MP3 player.

Orange and GotWind have developed a prototype mobile device-charging t-shirt that uses Piezoelectric film to convert sound waves into electric charge.

Mobile phones embedded with a tiny silicon chip that works a bit like a nose would be able to map the location and extent of hazards like gas leaks or the deliberate release of a toxin.

Helix Wind is about to ship some test turbines to sites in the US and Africa in the hope of creating self-sufficient mobile phone masts

The Sun Drive offers USB storage and solar charging in a single portable device

Google have unveiled their research into "eyes-free" interfaces for Android powered mobile phones.

The Suntrica range of solar-charging devices are pocket-sized, durable and lightweight and offer a means to charge your personal devices in even the remotest areas.