Future
Invisibility cloak designed for military renders anything behind it invisible
The material bends light around a target rendering it invisible across spectrums, including infrared and thermal radiation.
American millennials are embracing plant-based ‘meat’
Rising concern about climate change has spurred a flurry of Silicon Valley biotech startups focused on plant-based alternative meats.
Google’s Wing makes the first drone-borne delivery in the US
A milestone in e-commerce... and the imminent age of robot overlords.
Drone mini fleet could plant 400,000 trees a day
Drones could someday replenish the world's lost coastal forests.
Gene-editing experiment makes mice immune to the common cold. Could humans be next?
In the future, a drug that mimics this genetic effect could finally cure the common cold.
Astronauts mix cement in space station, pave way for buildings on other worlds
Researchers have shown that cement can work in space. Next-up: concrete.
Blind CEO develops smart cane that can use Google Maps to navigate surroundings
A remarkable technology that enables the blind to use navigation apps with ease.
Researchers build advanced microprocessor out of carbon nanotubes
The age of silicon in computing is coming to a close -- and carbon nanotubes are preparing to take its place.
Physicists count sound particles with a quantum microphone
Using sound, rather than light, could lead to more efficient and more compact quantum computers.
Scientists develop prosthetic hand that enables users to feel touch
An emotional bridge between man and machine.
Wearable artificial voice box could help mute people speak
The device attaches itself to the throat like a temporary tattoo and can convert skin movements into sounds.
