Metamaterials : Science World Report

A new, onion-like nanoparticle could be huge for biomaging, solar energy harvesting and light-based security techniques. The new particle could be huge for future innovations.

Nov 10, 2015 10:22 AM EST

Sea Urchin Cousin May Hold the Secret to New, Super Strong and Lightweight Materials

A sea urchin, of all animals, has spurred an idea for new, lightweight materials. Scientists have taken a closer look at a sea urchin cousin, known as the heart urchin, as the inspiration for strong, lightweight materials.

Nov 09, 2015 08:17 AM EST

Trampolining Water Droplets Leap Higher with Every Jump

Super water-repellent materials are huge when it comes to the aviation industry and other technical applications

Oct 19, 2015 02:33 PM EDT

New Metamaterial Causes Light to Travel Infinitely Fast

Scientists have created the first material where light can travel infinitely fast.

Oct 16, 2015 02:40 PM EDT

Spiderman's 'Powers' May be Brought to Life with New Spider-Based Glue

Scientists are exploring how to bring Spiderman's "powers" to life by exploring the properties underlying spider glue's humidity-responsive adhesion to create "smart adhesives."

Oct 10, 2015 01:18 AM EDT

Quantum Forces: Strange Material Shrinks When it Warms Up

A strange, quantum material actually shrinks when it's warmed up. Scientists are investigating a substance that unlike most materials, shrinks when it gets hot.