Scientific Discoveries
From Slime Mold to Sloths: Biomimicry Inspires Real-World Applications
Engineers, scientists and more study slime mold, kingfishers, ladybugs and other elements of nature to improve...
Tech
Swarming Behavior: Drone Swarms to Survey Unknown Environments
Robotic platforms — drone swarms — can organize themselves into different flight patterns or spread out...
Security
Lighting Up the World with Bioluminescence Technology
The glow of a firefly as dusk arrives on a warm, summer night. The radiant tentacles...
Science
Biomimicry Gives a Lift to AI in Aviation
Researchers are using AI in aviation to develop algorithms that will allow autonomous soaring vehicles to...
Tech
I Think, Therefore I Can: Considering the Brain-Computer Interface
The brain-computer interface could herald the advent of truly "smart" devices. But what does a mainstream...
Science
Biomimicry: How Suckerfish Are Inspiring New Technology
Suckerfish are the latest biomimicry models to inspire new technology — specifically to help trackers stay...
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How Moth Cloaking That Outwits Bat Sonar Is Inspiring Stealth Technology
Some moths can cloak themselves in a type of acoustic camouflage that muffles bat sonar. Learn...
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Camouflage Plant Stealth Helps to Preserve High-Altitude Fritillary Populations
Fritillaria delavayi develop a camouflage plant stealth to hide from human harvesting, allowing wild fritillary plant...
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Unraveling the Secret Glow of a Natural Phenomenon
Learning from the natural phenomenon of glowing rocks could drive materials research into more effective emergency...
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Bioluminescent Waves Light Up the Shoreline
Bioluminescent waves caused by tidal motion jostling thousands of dinoflagellates into a spectacular blue light flash...
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Brown Tree Snake Invasion Powered by Lasso Locomotion
Humans accidentally introduced a brown tree snake population onto the island of Guam. Environmental devastation followed...
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Faerie Lights: A Bright Future for Bioluminescence Technology
Bioluminescence technology has surprising uses, from charming lighting to military defense techniques.
Science
A Closer Look at Nature’s 3D-Printed Marvel: The Spider Web
What is a spider web made of? Scientists and engineers are fascinated by this sustainable design.
Science
When the Ordinary Does the Extraordinary: Bugs That Can Walk on Water
Bugs that can walk on water appear to defy the laws of nature. Their anatomy could...