Study shows that if autonomous vehicles are widely adopted, hardware efficiency will need to advance rapidly to keep computing-related emissions in check.

A new two-dimensional material could help you take super-sharp photos with your phone, even in low light, researchers say.

Super stretchy and sensitive sensors could work to monitor health or even help control video games, researchers report.

Researchers have made yeast turn red or glow when it successfully detects cannabinoids, a feat that could lead to drug discovery.

A nearly invisible e-tattoo that attaches to the palm and connects to a smart watch can tell when you're stressed out.

Embroidering power-generating yarns onto fabric could offer a low-cost, scalable way to make wearable devices.

Artificial "skin" sensors can help robots get a grip on fabric, researchers report. It may be a step to having them help out with laundry.

New research shows bacteria cells can be programmed to identify contaminants and report by releasing a detectable electrical current.

By analyzing enzyme activity at the organism, tissue, and cellular scales, new sensors could provide new tools to clinicians and cancer researchers.

Desiree Plata's research focuses on developing technologies and strategies for environmental sustainability.