A new elastic material could be used to create flexible batteries for "soft" electronics. It's impervious to gases and liquids.

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

Researchers have found a simple solution to problems with structures that can change shape again and again.

New tech resolves two challenges for self-healing materials. It could extend the lifespan wind-turbine blades, aircraft wings, and more.

Drawing inspiration from flatworms and mussels, researchers have created a medical adhesive that stops blood loss and could save lives.

New research runs counter to conventional wisdom that says engineered surfaces can't have a strong affinity for water and also be slippery.

"Diamond rain" on the giant icy planets Neptune and Uranus could be more common than previously thought, say scientists.

Simulated Mars dust and titanium alloy combine to make a 3D printed material that could one day become tools or rocket parts on Mars.

"We have created the first example of an engineering material that can simultaneously sense, think, and act upon mechanical stress..."

Researchers have created a new method to make surfaces "superhydrophobic." That means water can't touch it, which could have a lot of interesting uses.