European Space Agency tests first all-in-one 3D printed space antenna

The European Space Agency and SWISSto12 have developed a prototype dual reflector antenna that was 3D printed in a single piece.

New LHC results suggest there's a flaw in the standard model of physics

Recent results from the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) in Switzerland hint at activity going on beyond the standard model of particle physics - which means we could finally be about to enter a new era in physics.

Microsoft shows how you tell stories with HoloLens

Actiongram lets you create augmented reality tales without a lick of visual effects experience.

Glimpses at Windows for the Hyperloop at SXSW

  • 16 Mar 2016

During SXSW this year, people gathered to hear about a mysterious giant tube that will move people from place to place in the future.

Nissan: introducing the Fuel Station of the Future

Nissan reveals an exciting glimpse into the future – with the first look at its fully connected vision of the future of mobility in association with renowned architects, Foster + Partners.

Light illuminates the way for bio-bots

A new class of miniature biological robots, or bio-bots, has seen the light -- and is following where the light shines. The bio-bots are powered by muscle cells that have been genetically engineered to respond to light, giving researchers control over the bots

Environment behind nearly quarter of global deaths: WHO

One in four deaths worldwide are due to environmental factors like air, water and soil pollution, as well as unsafe roads and workplace stress, the World Health Organization (WHO) said Tuesday.

Complex learning dismantles barriers in the brain

Biology lessons teach us that the brain is divided into separate areas, each of which processes a specific sense. But findings to be published in eLife show we can supercharge it to be more flexible.

Religious freedom was key to Muhammad's 'Muslim nation'

Prophet Muhammad believed that freedom of religion and civic rights were important components of a “Muslim nation,” according to an analysis of the prophet’s covenants with Christians.

Mars TGO mission heads for Red Planet on methane quest

Europe and Russia have launched a joint mission to the Red Planet. The probe will investigate whether the methane in the world's atmosphere is coming from a geological source or is being produced by microbes.

Virgin Galactic unveils its new spaceplane, VSS Unity

Virgin Galactic isn't giving up: in the company's biggest announcement since the tragedy, it's unveiled VSS Unity - a spacecraft it says will open up access to space for everyone.

Energizer launches world's first recycled rechargeable batteries

Energizer launches a line of rechargeable, recycled batteries called Recharge.

Penguin swims 5,000 miles each year to visit the Brazilian man who saved his life

One dedicated penguin travels thousands of miles each year to visit with his human friend who saved him years ago.

Blue Origin Wants To Kick Off Commercial Space Tourism By 2018

There are many private space companies out there that want to start commercial space tourism but Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos’ wants to lead the pack. Bezos has said that Blue Origin expects to take tourists up to space as soon as 2018.

The Internet of Things: Roadmap to a Connected World

The rapidly increasing number of interconnected devices and systems today brings both benefits and concerns. In this column and a new MIT Professional Education class, the head of MIT's open and digital learning efforts discusses how to successfully navigate the IoT.