Powered by mushrooms, living computers are on the rise
Researchers at The Ohio State University explore mushroom-based computing, offering eco-friendly alternatives to traditional semiconductors.
Scientists find curvy answer to harnessing “swarm intelligence”
Radboud University researchers develop geometric rules to control robotic swarms, inspired by natural flocking behaviours.
Toothpaste made from hair provides natural root to repair teeth
King’s College London researchers use keratin from hair to create eco-friendly toothpaste that mimics enamel structure.
Reusable ‘jelly ice’ keeps things cold — without meltwater
University of California, Davis researchers develop compostable gelatin-based cooling material, reducing contamination risks in food supply.
Researchers convert urine into bone implant material
University of California, Irvine scientists develop eco-friendly process transforming urine into valuable dental and bone implants.
Stargazing flight: How Bogong moths use the night sky to navigate hundreds of kilometers
University of South Australia researchers discover Bogong moths’ dual compass system using stars and Earth’s magnetic field.
Mushrooms could be the key to developing better materials
Binghamton University researchers explore fungi’s microscopic filaments, aiming to revolutionise material strength with AI-driven models.
The rotors are also the wheels on this morphobot
Caltech researchers develop ATMO, a drone capable of mid-air morphing, enhancing agility and operational versatility.
New larvae-attracting gel could boost coral reef restoration
UC San Diego researchers develop nanoparticle gel that enhances coral larvae settlement, potentially reversing reef decline.
Living tattoos for buildings
Graz University of Technology researchers develop microbial façades that protect, repair surfaces, and filter air pollutants.