Paralysed patients control robotic arm with their minds
Technology provides hope for paralysed patients to lead more independent lives.
Cancer can be tracked with Google
Scientists are using search engine algorithims to find cancer biomarkers.
Zoos are looking for love online
Female tiger is seeking a mate. Must be genetically unrelated, calm, confident and not unduly aggressive. Preferably reared by his parents.
Silk: the future of engineering
Silkworm cocoon inspires new technology for lightweight armour and cars.
Tiny solution for oil spills
Scientists have developed micro-submarines that can clean up oils spills.
The human immune system in action
Scanning electron microscope technology reveals the image of scavenger cell engulfing tuberculosis bacteria.
Observing the Sun
The European Space Agency (ESA) will launch the Solar Orbiter mission in 2017. It will investigate the connections between the Sun and the heliosphere, the magnetic bubble that surrounds our solar system….
The robots are coming
A new generation of robots is shaping the way in which we perceive technology. Are we ready to work with them?
