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Invention & Innovation

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Materials Science
New twist can hush — even cloak — some sounds

By Stephen OrnesFebruary 4, 2020
Materials Science
Self-powered surface may evaluate table-tennis play

By Stephen OrnesJanuary 22, 2020
Materials Science
The future of crystal-based solar energy just got brighter

By Kathiann KowalskiJanuary 7, 2020
Chemistry
Like Magneto? Microcrystals give magnets superpower over living cells

By Jeremy RehmDecember 17, 2019
Animals
Drones help scientists weigh whales at sea

By Carolyn WilkeDecember 13, 2019
Animals
Weird little fish inspires the development of super-grippers

By Sid PerkinsNovember 26, 2019
Earth
Sunflower-like rods could boost efficiency of solar collectors

By Sofie BatesNovember 13, 2019
Health & Medicine
Graphene fabric keeps mosquitoes from biting

By Silke SchmidtOctober 30, 2019

Chemistry
Reversible superglue mimics snail slime

By Alison Pearce StevensOctober 15, 2019
Health & Medicine
Ultrasound might become a new way to manage diabetes

By Silke SchmidtOctober 1, 2019
Health & Medicine
Tiny vest could help sick babies breathe easier

By Sharon OosthoekSeptember 17, 2019
Materials Science
High-tech crops may survive harsh conditions, even space

By Tyler BerriganSeptember 3, 2019