Technique Makes Biodegradable Plastic Production Easier than Ever

A new study found that a simple heat treatment could improve a biodegradable plastic’s properties and at the same time, could make its industrial-scale production possible.

The Human Genome May Be Weeding Out Some Unwanted Mutations

Genetic variations linked to various health threats appear less frequently in people with longer lifespans, which suggests that natural selection is at work.

Another Monster Black Hole Found in the Milky Way

A team of researchers from japan have found evidence of another massive black hole near the center of the Milky Way Galaxy.

Tesla Teams Up with One of the World's Largest Wind Power Companies

Tesla's Powerpack energy storage systems will now help power Vestas wind turbines. The Danish company is the largest wind turbine maker in the world.

Scotland outpaces UK on ban of fossil fuel cars

The devolved government of Scotland announced on Tuesday its plans to ban new gasoline and diesel cars by 2032.

Denmark Is Selling Off Its Last Oil Company

Scandinavian countries are taking aggressive steps to reduce carbon emissions from their electricity sectors, despite some nations’ long reliance on fossil fuel revenues.

Algorithm unlocks smartwatches that learn your every move

Scientists at the University of Sussex have invented a new algorithm that enables smartwatches to detect and record your every move, without being told beforehand what to look for.

Your child may be more innovative than you realise

Children may have a greater understanding of how to innovate and problem solve than previously realised.

Clear, Liquid Coating Turns Windows Into Solar Panels

SolarWindow Technologies says it can harvest energy from sunlight by applying a transparent film to glass or plastic.

Breakthrough Detects Fast Radio Bursts Coming from Distant Galaxy

Using the Green Bank Telescope, researchers with Breakthrough Listen recently detected repeating fast radio bursts coming from a distant galaxy.

Robots and AI Will Take Over These 3 Medical Niches First

Robots and artificial intelligence are greatly advancing modern medicine. AI will help improve robot-assisted surgery, medical imaging, and drug discovery.

China eclipses Europe as 2020 solar power target is smashed

China has reached its 2020 solar power target three years ahead of schedule, after installed capacity topped well over its 105GW target.