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Ohio State University researchers have created embroidered circuits using metallic thread that's just 0.1 mm thick. By embedding different patterns, the tech could be used to create everything from a t-shirt that boosts your cellphone signal, to a hat that tracks brain activity.

The Southampton University Laser Sintered Aircraft (SULSA) bears the distinction of being the world's first aircraft to have an entirely 3D-printed body. While it's an impressive title, the little electric airplane has now been put to use scouting routes for an icebreaker in Antarctica.​

Last month, the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) invited the public to help name its new £200 million polar research ship. The winner by a considerable margin was "RRS Boaty McBoatface," but there are doubts the words "I christen thee RRS Boaty McBoatface" will actually be muttered.

Designed by Carlo Ratti Associati, in partnership with Swiss furniture manufacturer Vitra, the Lift-Bit is described as an "internet-of-things sofa." It comprises individual upholstered stools that combine together to form a digitally-reconfigurable piece of furniture.

Last fall, Utah startup Ravean brought some heated down garments and hoodies onto the scene. Now that the winter is officially over, Ravean is getting ready for summer by applying its 12V heating technology to sleeping bag liners.

The Aftermaster Pro is a small, fairly affordable box that's designed to improve everyday audio. Currently available for pre-order via crowdfunding platform Indiegogo, the box is designed to be very simple to use, and providing it performs as advertised, is rather compelling.

Australian scientists have developed a type of gluten-free barley that has been used to produce the world's first barley-based gluten-free beer. The brew lands on the shelves of German supermarkets today.

Current VR technology can transport your eyes and ears to virtual worlds, but it's always had trouble with the rest of your body. That could be about to change, as AxonVR has developed a prototype virtual reality platform that lets your whole body feel and interact with the virtual world.

A poorly functioning placenta is a problematic one as doctors are unable to treat it with drugs and are instead forced to induce labor early. But scientists have now found a way in by using existing cancer drugs that mistake the placenta for a tumor and boost its health.

Last year, Spanish motorcycle marque Bultaco rose from the ashes to present an all-new motorcyc...er .. electric mountain bike. It still isn't ready to announce a legit production electric motorcycle, but it's moving one step closer, bringing the Brinco onto the street (legally).

Swiss researchers have fashioned a drone that remains airborne through a single propellor, resulting in what they describe as the mechanically simplest controllable flying machine in existence.

This week sees the return to the calendar of a major motor show in the UK. The new London Motor Show has been created with the intention of eventually rivaling the likes of Geneva, Paris and Dubai. Gizmag went along yesterday for a sneak peek.