Self-healing fabrics woven with stretchable ionic gels debut in performance wear
Performance apparel is beginning to integrate self-healing fabrics powered by stretchable ionic gels. Early products target athletes who demand durability, comfort, and smart functionality. Pilot launches and field tests are…
Build a solar air heater from recycled cans for off-grid winter warmth
A homemade solar air heater can cut winter heating costs and boost off-grid comfort. You can build one using recycled aluminum cans, common lumber, and clear glazing. The collector captures…
Build a self-watering indoor herb tower using stacked terracotta spikes and a passive wicking reservoir
Grow fresh herbs indoors without daily watering duties. This tower uses stacked terracotta spikes and a bottom reservoir. Capillary action moves water upward through wicks and porous clay surfaces. Your…
Lab-grown coral larvae boosted with probiotic bacteria accelerate reef recovery in controlled trials
Coral restoration science is advancing rapidly, and probiotics are emerging as a powerful ally. Researchers now culture coral larvae in hatcheries and augment them with beneficial bacteria. These microbial partners…
Why ultra-wide denim cuffs are the season’s most polarizing streetwear detail
Ultra-wide denim cuffs have stomped into the spotlight this season. Street style photographers captured them outside every major show. Stylists push them in editorials and window displays. Yet the look…
Belém climate summit sees Amazon nations unveil rainforest protection funding pact
Amazon nations used the Belém climate summit to unveil a coordinated rainforest protection funding pact. Regional leaders presented a shared framework to mobilize, align, and monitor finance for forest conservation.…
New RNA-editing CRISPR tool targets disease pathways without cutting DNA
A new generation of CRISPR technologies is rewriting RNA instead of DNA. These tools can modulate disease pathways without making permanent genome changes. Researchers design them to edit or regulate…
Designers swap sequins for cellulose shimmer to cut microplastic pollution
Glittering fashion has a hidden cost: plastic sequins shed persistent microplastics. Tiny fragments break off during wear, washing, and disposal. Those particles travel through wastewater and persist in rivers, soils,…
Build a pocket-sized CO2 and particulate air quality monitor using an ESP32 and off-the-shelf sensors
Portable air quality monitors empower you to measure what you breathe anywhere. This compact project tracks CO2 and particulate matter with reliable sensors. An ESP32 handles data, display, logging, and…
Turn a scrap e-bike hub motor into a DIY backyard wind turbine that trickle-charges a home battery
A discarded e-bike hub motor can become a useful wind generator. The conversion requires basic tools, patience, and careful planning. With a small rotor and smart electronics, it can trickle-charge…