‘Jelly Ice’ Inspired by Tofu Never Melts
Jelly ice is cold but never melts. Jelly ice is jiggly and reusable. Jelly ice is real, and scientists want to bring it to a store near you. In a…
Researchers Harness Black Metal to Turbocharge Solar Power
Several years ago, an optics expert developed a technique for turning shiny metals pitch black. The trick resulted in a material perfectly suited for absorbing sunlight—so much so that generators…
The Bizarre Biological Trick That Makes These Teeth Tougher Than Steel
At first glance, chitons look like any other mollusk: round, bashful creatures creeping across seashore rocks. Flip one over, however, and you’ll notice rows of freakishly sharp, polished teeth—indestructible, multi-purpose…