From holographic sound waves to nanobelt haystacks, this gallery gives a renewed appreciation for scientific exploration.
Results for "3D printing"
Ritu Raman: “Your very existence in science is a form of activism”
Engineer, author, and educator Ritu Raman blends many talents and is fast becoming a leading figure in the biofabrication community.
Plant-based scaffolds for lab-grown meat
Using plant proteins derived from crop waste and spent grains adds new dimension to sustainable lab-grown meats.
Violets help scientists build a 4D-printed catapult
Taking inspiration from nature, scientists create a two-component catapult that overcomes limitations in 4D printing.
Robotic insects that fly in teams to lift objects
To make swarms of honeybee-sized robots, researchers propose new design and fabrication methods to cut down on time and resources.
Hatice Mutlu: Circular chemistry through degradable, metamorphosing polymers
Chemist Hatice Mutlu applies zero-waste methods to create biodegradable polymers that can be used perpetually.
Reviving mechanical computers for use in extreme environments
Putting a modern spin on old tech, scientists create a mechanical computer from metamaterials for situations where electronic computers break down.
Science in pictures
Check out atomic glimpses of graphene ribbons, double bubble microspheres, and a solar evaporator made from bone.
Bacteria provide heart attack treatment
Implants containing cyanobacteria help produce oxygen within heart tissue to repair damage done after a heart attack.
Robots in the workforce: How can we compete?
Researchers calculate the automation risk of almost 1000 existing occupations and provide alternatives based on skill set.
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