For centuries, humans have mined materials to build the tools we use every day, from batteries and cell phones to planes and refrigerators.

NASA is developing tools to increase astronaut autonomy to operate spacecraft or systems without assistance from the Mission Control Center

Algorithm makes polarized imaging more practical for imaging through water, which could benefit rescues and other underwater applications.

Fear of spiders is one of the most common phobias and leads to a variety of limitations in everyday life.

Steam Infusion can reduce energy consumption by 17%, cutting close to 9 tons of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per production line each year

You don't have to leave your gate or get in line to order food at the airport anymore, thanks to "Gita," the robot that delivers.

MIT researchers have developed a new method to 3D print mechanisms that detect how force is being applied to an object.

Researchers recently developed AugLimb, a compact robotic limb that could support humans as they complete a variety of tasks.

Technology that utilizes natural bacteria to extract electrons from organic matter in wastewater to generate electrical currents.

Have you ever photographed a beautiful sunset or recorded a live gig on your phone, only to yield over-saturated and fuzzy images.

Star Trek: The Next Generation introduced millions of people to the idea of a complete environment that you could interact with and touch.

Imagine having your own digital personal chef; ready to cook up whatever you want; able to tailor the shape, texture and flavor just for you

New Australian research is using high-tech 3D facial scans to give us a better understanding of the genetic causes of autism.

Since DNA has only two strands, performing even a simple calculation requires multiple chemical reactions using different sets of DNA.

The causes of climate change can be shown using a cheap home or school computer, thanks to a Python program called The Climate Predictor.

Texas A&M researchers have a novel idea to capture waste from passenger vehicle exhaust for use in urban greenhouses for food production.

A new transparency-friendly solar cell design could marry high efficiencies with 30-year estimated lifetimes.

This Super-yacht features space-age technology in the form of solar sails that let the enormous ship set off around the oceans of the world.

The robot can gather intelligence for ground troops, carry injured soldiers and supplies in and out of battle, and strike nearby targets.

The jetpack is designed to be operated hands-free, allowing people to make safer flights, and precision landings on structures.