A renewable, carbon-based absorbent is challenging MOFs in carbon capture technology, offering sustainable solutions for emissions reduction.
An engineered skin accelerates healing in severe and chronic wounds
An engineered skin with a new secret ingredient helps avoid harmful inflammation while speeding up the wound healing process.
Microrobots kill fungal infections in just ten minutes
To curb the rising threat of fungal infections, researchers crafted iron oxide nanoparticles as speedy, effective, and inexpensive antifungal agents.
Tough but stretchable material could improve rechargeable lithium batteries
A tough gel electrolyte protects lithium metal anodes for safer and more efficient rechargeable batteries.
A man-made cloud: Device generates electricity from thin air
A device that generates electricity using moisture in the air could be the future of sustainable power generation.
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.
A battery made from food makes edible electronics palatable
An edible and rechargeable battery to power devices used for GI tract monitoring, therapeutics, and analyzing food quality.
Using ice to make ultra-clean 2D materials
Using the adhesive properties of ice, researchers have developed a transfer method to move large sheets of 2D materials without breaking them.
Decisive push brings the first artificial intestine closer
Engineered tissue mimics the contractions of the small intestine to break down artificial materials simulating partially digested food.
4D printing “living” structures inspired by immortal jellyfish
4D printing produces a living polymer network that can be printed into 3D shapes and then broken down into its monomer units for reuse.