• Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have developed a new technology that can draw power out of thin air. The technology, called Air-gen, uses a protein nanowire to generate electricity from moisture in the air. The researchers claim that this technology could potentially power small electronics and sensors without the need for batteries.

• The Air-gen device is made up of a thin film of the protein nanowire that is placed between two electrodes. The protein nanowire is able to extract water vapor from the atmosphere and use it to generate an electrical current. The researchers say that the device can generate a continuous power output of 17 milliwatts per square meter, which is enough to power small electronics.

• The researchers believe that this technology could have a wide range of applications, including powering sensors for environmental monitoring, weather forecasting, and infrastructure maintenance. They also suggest that the technology could be used to charge personal electronic devices, such as smartphones and wearables, without the need for a traditional power source. The researchers are currently working on scaling up the technology and improving its efficiency.