Millions of years of evolution have enabled some marine animals to grow complex protective shells composed of multiple layers that work together to dissipate physical stress. In a new study, engineers ...

Found in knee replacements and bone plates, aircraft components, and catalytic converters, the exceptionally strong metals known as multiple principal element alloys (MPEA) are about to get even ...

Inspired by seashells, engineers have built synthetic materials with programmable layers that adapt to impact.

A team of researchers from TU Dortmund University, the University of Paderborn, and the University of Nottingham has ...

This material can expand, change shape, move, and respond to electromagnetic commands like a remotely controlled robot, even though it has no motor or internal gears. In a study that echoes scenes ...

Whether bismuth is part of a class of materials highly suitable for quantum computing and spintronics was a long‑standing ...

If you want to revamp your space as a cozy cave bathroom, the secret is to launch your DIY project using natural materials, including stone sinks and walls.

Fungi are considered a promising source of biodegradable materials. Researchers have developed a new material based on a ...

Fungi are considered a promising source of biodegradable materials. Empa researchers have developed a new material based on a fungal mycelium and its ...

How do we achieve a clean energy future without destroying ecosystems? That’s the question we’re tackling in this week’s episode of Nature Breaking.

A breakthrough study shows how oscillatory deformation enables self-healing in polymer glasses, offering a scalable, chemical ...

The best countertop material depends on how you use your kitchen and the look you prefer. Here are the key facts to know ...