Researchers have taken inspiration from manta rays to create the fastest swimming robot yet.

Researchers have bioengineered mussel-inspired sticky microorganisms to help break down plastic waste.

A new soft robot takes inspiration from lizards, crabs, and other animals who shed parts of themselves in order to survive.

"The truth is that clams are more efficient at solar energy conversion than any existing solar panel technology."

Gelatinous sea animals that swim through the ocean in giant corkscrew shapes could inspire new designs for efficient underwater vehicles.

A textured surface that mimics shark skin could make underwater instruments more effective and environmentally friendly.

A new version of artificial muscles for robots and other applications offers several advantages over previous technologies, researchers say.

Survival strategies used by fire ants may pave the way to revolutionize robotics, medicine, and more, researchers report.

An octopus that can change the size and color of skin patterns has inspired deception technology for use in the military, medicine, robotics, and more.

A new material replicates the structure responsible for the blue feathers of eastern bluebirds and other songbirds. It could be used in batteries or filtration.