Selecting the healthiest embryo is one of the most important steps in in‑vitro fertilization (IVF), yet it remains one of the ...

Researchers at Vanderbilt University have developed a new embryo culture dish that significantly improves microscope imaging, a longstanding barrier in in‑vitro fertilization (IVF). Traditional 3D ...

Wearable electronics like fitness trackers and medical monitors are getting more powerful, but nonetheless, their tiny components generate heat that can’t easily escape through the soft, rubbery ...

A cluster of recent laboratory advances in ultra-thin solar cells suggests that lightweight, flexible photovoltaic devices may be able to move beyond niche prototypes if researchers can solve ...

Silicone glove coatings flow into the rough surface of a football when it’s caught and create a larger contact area. But because its adhesion per unit of surface area is low, silicone releases its ...

Researchers developed an insect-scale artificial compound eye, integrating vision and chemical sensing for enhanced navigation in drones and autonomous systems.

Imagine a material cracking—now imagine what happens if there are small inclusions in the material. Do they create an ...

Despite rare earth elements' importance in manufacturing cell phones, magnets and a host of other consumer and commercial ...

MP Materials shares are volatile after USA Rare Earth announced a letter of intent for a potential $1.6 billion investment by the Trump administration, which could impact the competitive landscape for ...

Laser spectroscopy has enabled non-invasive chemical analysis of Darwin’s preserved specimens, improving long-term museum ...

2025 was a banner year for MP Materials as it secured landmark deals, including federal backing. MP Materials owns the largest rare earth mine in the U.S. and is inching closer to producing magnets.