The long dry: Why the world’s water supply is shrinking

A global study has found a paradox: our water supplies are shrinking at the same time…

New device could help answer fundamental questions about quantum physics

Researchers have developed a new device that can measure and control a nanoparticle trapped in a…

Ingestible capsule can be controlled wirelessly

Researchers have designed an ingestible capsule that can be controlled using Bluetooth wireless technology. Their capsule,…

Scientists identify 66 alien species that pose greatest threat to European biodiversity

Scientists have identified 66 alien plant and animal species, not yet established in the European Union,…

An energy-efficient way to stay warm: Sew high-tech heating patches to your clothes

What if, instead of turning up the thermostat, you could warm up with high-tech, flexible patches…

High-efficiency discovery drives low-power computing

Challenge any modern human to go a day without a phone or computer, and you'd be…

Scientists create most accurate tool yet developed to predict asthma in young children

Scientists have created and tested a decision tool that appears to be the most accurate, non-invasive…

Stem cell researchers develop promising technique to generate new muscle cells in lab

To help patients with muscle disorders, scientists have engineered a new stem cell line to study…

Researchers design technology that sees nerve cells fire

Researchers have created a noninvasive technology that detects when nerve cells fire based on changes in…

Blood test could lead to cystic fibrosis treatment tailored to each patient

Researchers have used a blood test and microarray technology to identify distinct molecular signatures in children…