Novel 3-d printing process strengthens parts by 275 percent

A new way to make 3-D printed parts stronger and immediately useful in real-world applications has…

Semiliquid chains pulled out of a sea of microparticles

An electrode brought to the surface of a liquid that contains microparticles can be used to…

3-D printing sweeps toy manufacturing off the shelves

People have scoffed that 3-D printers are simply toys themselves. But they probably didn't realize how…

A changing society: 100 is the new 80

When it comes to aging successfully and remaining in good health, are centenarians the perfect role…

Taste and health affect consumer choices for milk and nondairy beverages

To learn more about what affects consumer decisions regarding fluid milk purchases, researchers used surveys, conjoint…

Cucumbers in space provide insights on root growth

Scientists have untangled the competing influences of water and gravity on plant roots -- by growing…

Day-to-day experiences affect awareness of aging, mood

A study of older adults finds an individual's awareness of aging is not as static as…

Heart health: A sodium surprise

Irregular heartbeat -- or arrhythmia -- can have sudden and often fatal consequences. A biomedical engineering…

Grasslands restoration is working in the soil, too

A new study finds that tallgrass prairie restoration at a large Illinois preserve is working at…

Heritage and ancient grain project feeds a growing demand

After a century of markets dominated by a few types of wheat and white flour, ancient…