Author: Emily Conover

Parachutes inspired by Japanese paper cutting unfurl automatically and fall more predictably than standard parachutes.

Researchers could use quantum effects to develop new types of medical imaging inside cells themselves.

Gravitational waves emitted after two black holes coalesced agree with theories from physicists Stephen Hawking and Roy Kerr.

The subatomic particles called neutrinos are famously elusive. But an unconventional trick could make a laser beam of the aloof particles.

Ripple bugs’ nimble movements on the surface of water inspired a robot with automatically unfurling fans on its feet.