Invention & Innovation

A series made possible with generous support from The Lemelson Foundation.

Tech
Seeing the world through a robot’s eyes

By Stephen OrnesNovember 17, 2017
Materials Science
One day, your sunscreen may be made from DNA

By Kathiann KowalskiNovember 3, 2017
Materials Science
U.S. Army is developing high-tech underwear

By Kathiann KowalskiOctober 20, 2017
Chemistry
Specially coated fabric could turn a shirt into a shield

By Stephen OrnesOctober 6, 2017
Health & Medicine
Tiny spongelike machines sop up blood sugar

By Kathryn HulickSeptember 22, 2017
Chemistry
Recycling urine may be a way to boost plant growth

By Kathiann KowalskiSeptember 8, 2017
Earth
Vinegar dissolves new electronics when they’re no longer needed

By Stephen OrnesAugust 25, 2017
Tech
Underwater robot vacuums up lionfish

By Kathryn HulickJune 5, 2017

Materials Science
Nanowires made from silver are super stretchy

By Sid PerkinsMay 16, 2017
Tech
These antennas turn anything into a radio station

By Stephen OrnesMay 9, 2017
Tech
‘Nanostraws’ safely sneak a peek inside cells

By Stephen OrnesApril 24, 2017
Tech
Auto-focus eyeglasses rely on liquid lenses

By Stephen OrnesApril 4, 2017