Solar System 'superhighway' could speed up space travelThe route could also lead to more efficient trips.By J. Fingas, 12.12.2020
Researchers built a robot squid that propels itself with a water jetThe robot can house a camera or other sensors in a sealed compartment.By K. Holt, 10.09.2020
This 3D-printed foam expands up to 40 times its original sizeIt could make it easier to 3D-print large items.By C. Fisher, 05.08.2020
Scientists can 3D print insect-like robots in minutes'Flexoskeletons' make it possible.By J. Fingas, 04.11.2020
Scientists create contact lenses that zoom on commandBlink twice to get a closer look. By A. Khalid, 07.30.2019
'Micromotors' alter your gut's chemistry to safely deliver medicineThese biodegradable molecular engines use the stomach's own acids for fuel. By A. Tarantola, 08.16.2017
The TRAPPIST-1 star system may be too old for lifeIt's up to twice as old as the Solar System.By J. Fingas, 08.14.2017
Gene editing technique could treat ALS and Huntington's diseaseIt might delay the onset of conditions that are normally inescapable.By J. Fingas, 08.13.2017
Researchers create temperature sensor that runs on almost no powerIt could reduce the power requirements of thing like wearables.By M. Locklear, 07.01.2017
ICYMI: A soft robot sleeve to keep your heart goingNo Temple of Doom doctoring required.By K. Davis, 01.21.2017
Researchers discover bacteria can communicate electrically, like neuronsThe long-distance messaging helps bacterial colonies survive and thrive. By A. Tarantola, 01.12.2017
Nano-sized metal fish deliver targeted drugs to your bodyYou could get treatment exactly where you need it.By J. Fingas, 09.11.2016
Artificial cell membranes could lead to more effective drugsThey grow and shape themselves like the real thing.By J. Fingas, 07.18.2016
Underwater microscope offers a brand new look at sea lifeScientists can study very tiny undersea organisms in their native habitat.By J. Fingas, 07.14.2016
ICYMI: Robot news round-up, 3D hand scanner and moreiRobot is over its military phase.By K. Davis, 02.09.2016
Smart car algorithm sees pedestrians as well as you canAI could spot people crossing the street in virtual real-time, with few mistakes.By J. Fingas, 02.08.2016
UC San Diego researchers aim to bring EEGs out of the labThe world's first 64-channel "dry" EEG doesn't need conductive paste.By A. Tarantola, 01.13.2016