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flag The Academy honored 15 tech innovations in 2026, including safer pyrotechnics and advanced visual effects tools, for improving film safety and realism.

flag The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has honored 15 scientific and technical achievements for 2026, recognizing innovations that advance filmmaking. flag Recipients include developers of lead-free pyrotechnics for safer on-set effects, creators of advanced visual effects tools like Wētā FX’s layered material system and Industrial Light & Magic’s Lama software, and engineers behind Framestore’s layered shading system. flag The awards, presented since 1931, celebrate global contributors who enhance safety, efficiency, and visual realism in film. flag The ceremony will take place on April 28, 2026, at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.

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