Electrically tunable ionic hydrogels use small voltages to switch friction at metal contacts between high-friction and ...

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MIT engineers developed artificial tendons that could connect robotic skeletons and biological muscle tissue. Made from tough ...

UD researchers develop a first-of-its-kind conductive hydrogel that can switch between liquid and solid states ...

Rice materials scientist and neuroengineer Christina Tringides has been named a Distinguished Scientist by the Sontag ...

Within tissues, cells are embedded in complex, three-dimensional structures known as the extracellular matrix. Their biomechanical interactions play a ...

For many people, the sound of their own voice feels like part of who they are. When that voice turns rough or disappears ...

D printing is turning everyday produce into personalized, nutrient-rich meals that reduce waste and reshape the future of ...

Raman technology provides real-time insights into polymer behavior, enabling advanced research and faster quality control ...

A thermoplastic form of chitosan retains biological activity, enabling molded biodegradable plastics that store enzymes or ...

Newsflash: A pair of under-eye masks isn’t going to change your life or make you look 10 years younger. But anything that ...