Chameleon inspires 'smart skin' that changes color in the sun

A chameleon can alter the color of its skin so it either blends into the background…

International conflict isn't declining, new analysis finds

Contrary to popular belief, war is not declining, according to a new analysis of the last…

Graphene sets the stage for the next generation of THz astronomy detectors

Researchers have demonstrated a detector made from graphene that could revolutionize the sensors used in next-generation…

Can a DNA construction kit replace expensive antibody medication?

Researchers have developed a technique to make sheep produce new antibodies simply by injecting the DNA…

How long does a whale feed? New data gives insight into blue and fin whale behavior

Researchers using electronic tags were able to monitor blue and fin whales off the coast of…

Remembering September 11th and Looking to the Future

This 2019 photo of Manhattan, taken by astronaut Nick Hague from aboard the International Space Station,…

Discovery challenges accepted rule of organic solar cell design

Solar cells that use mixtures of organic molecules to absorb sunlight and convert it to electricity,…

Destination Mars

Technology image of the week: Models of ESA’s current ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter and forthcoming ExoMars…

A new journey into Earth for space exploration

Six astronauts, five space agencies and a fresh start into underground worlds to help prepare for…

Jaws reveal Australia's ancient marsupial panda

New research has revealed that Australia’s extinct short-faced kangaroos were a marsupial version of the giant…