Textile revolution: artificial gland replica spider silk
An artificial gland mimics the spider silk production process, opening new frontiers in the medical and textile sectors.
An artificial gland mimics the spider silk production process, opening new frontiers in the medical and textile sectors.
A topical erectile dysfunction drug derived from the venom of a deadly spider has passed its first human trials.
A research team produces spider silk from transgenic silkworms, offering an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic fabrics.
The Swiss robot spider gecko defies gravity, could revolutionize the inspection and maintenance of structures around the world… And take away my sleep
It's big, but weighs little. He flies, but he also knows how to walk. It's useful for rescuing and exploring, but it scares me. What is he? Spoiler: the spider protagonist of this article.
It can be small or large, sail on the waves or in narrow spaces: it is the modular "spider" developed by an American company.
New cancer research shows the potential of the p53 protein, which prevents cells from turning into cancer cells.
A deadly poison that creates a lifesaving drug for transplants and strokes? Each medal always has another face.
Researchers have created a plant-based, sustainable and scalable spider web. It can replace single-use plastics in many consumer products.
RPI research proposes a sustainable solution to the problem of plastic waste, converting it into biodegradable silk through fermentation
The Emirates are using COP28 to plan new fossil deals with China and other nations (including Italy). Saudi Arabia promotes highly polluting cars and supersonic travel. Never have so many lobbyists. COP28 is now polluted.
They cost a lot and are useless, but engineers and inventors build them anyway out of challenge and study: they are mecha, life-size robots capable of walking.
Nature guides science: A new hydrophobic surface developed by Harvard and international partners stays dry underwater for months
A new field of study known as "necrobotics" is born. Researchers used dead spiders to grab objects
Spray a (vegetable) coating directly on foods to keep them fresh and eliminate packaging and plastic? Check it out here.
Following his theories on the patterns of nature, physicist Geoffrey West hypothesizes a pill capable of increasing longevity and health.
Returning to the center of everything: the Chinese objective has very ancient roots and very clear ideas, according to an expert's analysis.
If current space missions already make us dream, think of the visionary projects that NASA has in the pipeline for the future. Here are 4.
A Finnish artist condenses three socio-environmental complaints in the form of footwear: an aesthetically stimulating project with a strong artistic flavor.
Telekinesis has advanced from the CIA's mystical research programs, and is now possible in many respects, thanks to technology.
A research team studies the "harmonics" of a spider's web. Light music: very light indeed. And new 3D printers, and (maybe) communicating with spiders.