Experts consider the ethical implications of new technology
Faculty from the Computer Science and Philosophy departments join forces in a successful new undergraduate initiative, Embedded EthiCS, to change the way computer scientists think about the ethical implications of new technology.
Oct. 16, 2020 • ~15 min
New nanofiber protects against extreme temperatures, projectiles
Harvard University researchers, in collaboration with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center and West Point, have developed a lightweight, multifunctional nanofiber material that can protect wearers from both extreme temperatures and ballistic threats.
June 29, 2020 • ~8 min
First flight of RoboBee powered by soft muscles
Researchers have developed a resilient RoboBee powered by soft artificial muscles that can crash into walls, fall onto the floor, and collide with other RoboBees without being damaged.
Nov. 4, 2019 • ~5 min
Lab-grown meat gains muscle as it moves from petri dish to dinner plate
Researchers are able to build muscle fibers, giving lab-grown meat the texture meat lovers seek.
Oct. 21, 2019 • ~7 min
First video of viruses assembling released
For the first time, Harvard researchers have captured images of individual viruses forming, offering a real-time view into the kinetics of viral assembly.
Oct. 2, 2019 • ~5 min
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