Author Archives: Sarah Webb

Blood does a body good

Bags of red blood cells from donors await injured or sick patients. Credit: National Institutes of Health

Studies of the superfluid aid in the prevention and treatment of diseases

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Catching Some Rays

In a world with increasing energy needs, scientists are turning to plants for help in using solar power.

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Gold’s Glittery Rewards

Gold has properties that make it valuable not only for jewelry but also for electronics and other uses.

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Picture the Smell

To pinpoint smells, an electronic nose turns scents into colorful data.

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Dancing with Robots

Ingenuity and creativity highlight a contest in which student-built robots play soccer, dance, or go on a rescue mission.

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Echoes of Hunting

Bats use high-pitched sounds to zero in on prey, converting what they hear into how they fly.

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Fog Buster

A special coating can prevent misty windows and reduce screen glare.

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Roboroach and Company

Cockroaches and lobsters inspire robots that navigate in darkness and track smells.

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The Color of Health

Colorful fruits and vegetables pack a powerful, healthful punch.

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