This artificial gut will allow scientists to gain deeper insights into the biome that exists there and how dysregulation can lead to disease.
Plant-based sunscreen ingredient gets a much-needed boost
Scientists have stabilized the natural product sanshool, a promising active ingredient for sunscreen and skincare products.
Making spider silk from tobacco plants
Plant cells outperform yeast or bacteria in producing spider silk proteins, enhancing production efficiency.
Molecular tape promises seamless transfer and scale up of 2D materials
Breakthrough molecular tape streamlines transfer of fragile 2D materials, opening doors for industrial-scale production.
Michael Dickey, our guide through the surprising world of liquid metals
The chemical and biomolecular engineer delves into the versatile applications, surprising properties, and future possibilities of liquid metals.
Tackling e-waste by making electronics compostable and recyclable
Researchers are tackling the growing problem of electronic waste by designing wearable electronics from sustainable and recyclable materials.
Liquid metal adhesive holds fast for durable, flexible electronics
E-CASE liquid metal adhesive enables flexible connections to make better, tougher flexible electronics for wearables and robotics.
Gene therapy cures hereditary deafness in two people
Gene therapy restores hearing in children with hereditary deafness; ongoing trials show promise for widespread application.
Liquid metal memory
Turns out, liquid metals offer an unconventional approach to creating fully flexible memory storage devices inspired by the brain.
Cellular architects “build their own houses”
Scientists have created biological structures that when left alone, self-assemble into materials that resemble living tissue.