A pioneer of advanced healthcare materials, Nicholas Peppas continues to innovate in the fields of healthcare materials and drug delivery.
Computer model determines how conferences can be primed for collaboration
Researchers have harnessed the power of math and data to understand how they can better foster collaboration at scientific conferences.
New inhalable mRNA therapy treats lethal lung scarring
A new experimental mRNA therapy for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis has done what no current treatment options can do.
Creating millions of liters of aviation fuel from captured CO2
A German start-up has developed a method to convert captured carbon and hydrogen into a range of sustainable fuels.
Microrobots that can grow their own bones
A new material gives way to simple microrobots that take advantage of mineralization processes in the body to help in bone repair.
Oldest air conditioning system in the world could help meet sustainable development goals
Evaporative cooling systems use a fraction of the energy and could be used together with conventional air conditioners to tackle energy demands.
“Carbon Negative Earthshot” takes aim at atmospheric carbon dioxide
An all-hands-on-deck initiative aims to fast track innovative technologies to remove atmospheric carbon dioxide.
The many sides of carbon – Ultra black to climate change
The effects of some of the world’s blackest materials on our atmosphere.
“Cosmic airburst” levelled ancient city in modern-day Jordan
Meteorite exploding in the Earth’s atmosphere thought to be responsible for sudden and violent destruction of city 3600 years ago.
Holograms that can interact with the real world
Researchers create a holographic system which users can freely and physically touch without the need for any intermediary devices.