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When Vincent was found abandoned as a kitten, he had no hind legs below what would be considered his shinbones. But thanks to the kindness of strangers, some titanium implants​ and the skills of a veterinary orthopedic surgeon, Vincent can now walk on all fours.

If you had to grasp a tiny delicate object such as a blood vessel, doing so with traditional tweezers would be a very painstaking process – just a little too much pressure, and the object could be crushed. Instead, scientists have developed miniature coiling tentacles for doing the job.

A group of researchers from Iowa State University is the latest to focus on the emerging field of "transient electronics," developing materials that can harmlessly dissolve away when remotely triggered.

A research team is developing a new type of spray vaccine that could increase access to disease prevention in developing nations. It does not require refrigeration and is easier to administer. The new vaccine includes a new type of inoculation by producing antibodies and T cells.

Engineers at Iowa State University think concrete columns could be the key to building taller, higher-powered wind turbines.

Spider silk has been shown to conduct heat better than any other organic material, which could lead to its use in applications such as flexible electronics.

Researchers have developed a process of producing a thin and uniform light-absorbing layer on textured substrates that improves the efficiency of polymer solar cells by 20 percent.

Team PrISUm is currently putting the final touches to its Anthelion solar vehicle, with high hopes of a winning place in this year's American Solar Challenge.

Is gaming addiction a modern fad or a genuine concern?

This solar necktie was created by researchers at Iowa State University whilst experimenting with uses for photovoltaic textiles to create smart garments.

New scientific research may strengthen the argument that producing some of the most popular biofuel stocks using current methods could be causing more harm than good.

Following three years of research that included input from NASA, tests on more than 100 different fabrics and suit designs, and body scans of more than 400 elite swimmers, Speedo has launched its fastest swimsuit to date.