Recent advances in urinary stents have made treating blockages better and safer for patients.
Better artificial periosteum for repairing bone damage
The strong adhesive nature of this artificial tissue combined with its ability to sustain the growth of new cells helps solve long-standing challenges with these types of grafts.
Pioneers in Science: George Whitesides
An imaginative scientist and inventor, Whitesides’ work extends beyond the borders of chemistry, tackling diverse and challenging problems to meet society’s needs.
Alphabetti microswimmers
Tiny swimmers shaped like different letters in the alphabet help researchers understand motion on the microscale for future microrobot applications.
Computers that mimic memory and learning in the brain
An artificial synapse capable of simultaneously detecting neurotransmitters and light mimics memory and learning processes found in the brain.
Self-frosting glass could revolutionize sustainable buildings
Scientists have developed a polymer-coated glass that can change from transparent to opaque when exposed to sunlight and heat.
This month in pictures
Enjoy this gallery of science images featuring a glowing hydrogel fish, microscale flowers, nanoscale fireworks, and more.
Hydrogels with biomimetic intelligence
Fitting hydrogels with aptamer-based ligands can open doors for a range of new biomedical applications.
Degradable microrobots could help deliver cells within the body
Researchers find the sweet spot between strength and biocompatibility in these tiny cell-carrying microrobots.
A new look at color displays
Tunable structural color images by UV-patterned conducting polymer nanofilms on metal surfaces.