Polymers
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Coating Kills Superbugs
Posted by Jesse Emspak Fri May 11, 2012 01:44 PM ET | 0
A polymer could do what the strongest antibiotics can't: kill superbugs. Read more
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Seismic Wallpaper Stabilizes Walls in an Earthquake
Posted by Alyssa Danigelis Wed Apr 4, 2012 04:01 PM ET | 0
A weave of high-strength glass fibers form a strong, elastic covering that shores up walls during quakes. Read more
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When Hurt, Self-Healing Plastics Turn Red
Posted by Emily Sohn Mon Mar 26, 2012 04:30 PM ET | 0
Like human skin, new plastic coatings turn red when scratched or damaged, then essentially heal themselves. Read more
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Paper Laptops: Sturdy as Plastic
Posted by Jesse Emspak Thu Feb 16, 2012 06:00 AM ET | 0
A new material from paper and old food containers can make laptops greener. Read more
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Electrified Clothing, Compliments Of Bendy Battery
Posted by Nic Halverson Wed Feb 8, 2012 10:19 AM ET | 0
New 'smart textile' could be used to power medical-monitoring garments and gadgets buried in your clothing. Read more
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Bubbles Propel Microrockets Through Acid
Posted by Alyssa Danigelis Sat Jan 21, 2012 10:27 AM ET | 0
Somewhat like effervescent tablets, these little rockets bubble up, then zoom away. Read more
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World's First Self-Healing iPhone Case
Posted by Nic Halverson Wed Jan 18, 2012 09:15 AM ET | 0
Originally used on cars, Nissan's "Scratch Shield" paint has a chemical structure that mends itself when damaged. Read more
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Canadians Will Pay With Plastic Bills
Posted by Jesse Emspak Wed Nov 16, 2011 04:49 PM ET | 0
New Canadian banknotes will incorporate several security features to make life tough for counterfeiters. Read more
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Joy to Your Back
Posted by Scott Tharler Mon Aug 22, 2011 09:27 AM ET | 0
A simple back orthotic increases spinal alignment, enables pain-free sitting and improves posture. Read more
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Safer Way to Grip When Lifting Weights
Posted by Scott Tharler Tue Aug 9, 2011 09:54 AM ET | 0
Strong, durable grip extenders ergonomically prevent hand slippage and grip fatigue during workouts. Read more
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Spinal Disc Implants Help Fight Back Pain
Posted by Nic Halverson Tue Aug 9, 2011 09:51 AM ET | 0
New implants contain cells that regenerate new tissue in disc implants. Read more
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Antenna Scavenges Excess Wireless Signals
Posted by Nic Halverson Thu Jul 28, 2011 09:40 AM ET | 0
Researchers use inkjet printers to print a simple antenna that can harvest stray electromagnetic energy. Read more
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Say Goodbye to Loose Gadgets and Accessories
Posted by Scott Tharler Sun Jul 10, 2011 09:53 PM ET | 0
A uniquely adaptable organization tool for laptops, tablets, e-readers and the wires and accessories that go with them. Read more
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Tech Turns Junk Plastics into Diesel
Posted by Eric Niiler Thu Jun 23, 2011 03:46 PM ET | 0
Billions of tons of "end-of-life" plastics could be diverted from landfills and turned into gas for vehicles. Read more
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Poison Key to Early Life
Posted by Irene Klotz Mon Apr 25, 2011 01:07 PM ET | 0
How did Earth manage to hold onto its organics after being slammed by a Mars-sized object 4.4 billion years ago? Read more
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