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Robots that move across both land and water are potentially very useful, but they also tend to be complex and rather slow. A new bio-inspired amphibious bot, however, utilizes a relatively simple mechanism to undulate at a good clip.

In addition to causing health problems, injury and death, excessive use of alcohol harms individuals, families, and society. A new study found that an anti-inflammatory medication used to treat psoriasis might effectively combat problem drinking.

A versatile new material helps in the ongoing battle against corrosion. The polymer coating not only protects against corrosion, but highlights cracks as they form, automatically repairs damage to itself, and can be recycled at the end of its life.

The negative health effects of chemicals called PFAS continue to be uncovered. Scientists from North Carolina State University (NCSU) have now shown that some types of PFAS can disrupt vital functions of immune cells.

Seasteading proponents envisage a floating society with a fluid geography, free from oppressive government in international waters. But they'll need something to build their watery utopia on top of, and these interlocking seaweed bricks might be it.

There's no such thing as a biological clock for female mole-rat queens, which don’t experience a drop in fertility as they age. Now new discoveries about their remarkable reproduction may help prolong or boost human fertility.

Following more than 350 test flights and two demonstration races of its remotely piloted Airspeeder Mk3 eVTOL, Alauda Aeronautics has revealed the design for the first crewed racer – which boasts a top speed of 360 km/h and a range of 300 km.

Whole genomic mapping has offered scientists fresh insights into the behavior and development of Hodgkin lymphoma, and with new technology, the formerly expensive process could become fast, easy and accessible for understanding diseases.

Tainan Market is an imaginative take on the humble wholesale market by MVRDV, which is defined by a sculpted undulating form envisioned as a series of rolling hills and allows visitors to walk up onto its green roof to socialize and enjoy the view.

Students with learning disabilities struggle often require additional, individualized support to fill educational gaps. A team of researchers and experts have found that a cute little robot may help children with learning disabilities stay focused.

Fender has released a whole range of guitars that come set up with quirky, 50s-style "gold foil" pickups – a nod to old-school pups you'd need to dig out of a vintage guitar or go to the aftermarket for. And they certainly have a unique vibe going on!

Mercury can be quite harmful in large amounts, and detecting its presence in foods or liquids typically requires lab-based tests. A new nanosensor, however, can quickly detect even small levels of the heavy metal onsite, simply by tapping on samples.