Scientists hope that a new machine learning algorithm could one day be used to automate the discovery of new physical laws.
Gautam Dey: From open-ended searches emerge our most transformative discoveries
Biologist Gautam Dey is deciphering the evolution of the cell nucleus to answer fundamental questions in biology.
Stephen Jay Gould, from evolution to revolution
Paleontologist, historian, evolutionary biologist, writer; Stephen Jay Gould sparked a revolution in how scientists view evolution.
Treating bone defects caused by osteoporosis with hydrogels
In the lab, a multi-functional hydrogel was shown to not only repair defects but also strengthen bone weakened by osteoporosis.
Microrobots that conquer all terrains
Microrobots dubbed “microwalkers” can both swim and walk, allowing them to transverse challenging biological environments.
Circadian rhythm in cognitive and physical health
The growing field of circadian biology is advancing our understanding of rhythms and represents a model of balance to help inform medicine.
Turbocharged chemistry: Do we have time to think?
Are we spending enough quality time dreaming up ideas or are we spreading ourselves thin?
Composite materials illuminated with machine learning
Researchers take a different approach to machine learning to uncover the physics of optics in composite materials.
Algae-based microrobots fight cancer
Living microrobots made from algae were weaponized to help fight tumors by improving the effectiveness of cancer therapies.
Solving the oxygen supply shortage with electrochemistry
A new electrochemical device produces high purity oxygen in situ, and researchers hope it might help curb the oxygen supply shortage.