Yoga: Modern research shows a variety of benefits to both body and mind from the ancient practice

Yoga’s surge in popularity in the past decade has spurred more research into its effects. The combination of physical movement and mindfulness provides a wide range of health benefits.

Herpreet Thind, Associate Professor of Public Health, UMass Lowell • conversation
Jan. 24, 2023 ~8 min

Curved origami offers a creative route to making robots and other mechanical devices

Curved origami isn't just elegant art. It's also a versatile way to vary the amount of force applied by robots and other machines.

Zirui Zhai, Ph.D. student in Mechanical Engineering, Arizona State University • conversation
Nov. 18, 2020 ~5 min


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