A new project funded by a Knight Cities grant has local barbers and landscape contractors working to revitalize vacant spaces
The ancient technology used lightweight materials to create soaring 150-foot spans that could hold the weight of a marching army
When the right product doesn't exist for a fish ultrasound or other procedure, scientists build it themselves
Peter Marra and Michael Hallworth of the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center test a groundbreaking device that tracks birds' migrations
In a new era of personalized medicine, advanced models are better preparing surgeons for what they will encounter in the operating room
New renderings of the tower show impressive sky gardens—a trendy feature that's difficult to pull off
In post-war America, as advertisers discovered African American audiences, one local disc jockey drew top recording stars and a huge following
Rex Hohlbein's method of using social media to get tents, clothing, car repair and other needs to Seattle's homeless is catching on in other cities
With a couple of 3D printers, a husband and wife team is building accurate replicas of rats that could one day eliminate the need for dissection specimens
The director of education at the National Museum of Natural History delivers a clarion call to all scientists: Be a Mentor. Raise Up the Next Generation
In Panama City, potholes have taken to Twitter to ask for repairs
Billed as the world’s greatest show and tell, the DIY extravaganza might just make a maker out of you
Take a dose of this bacteria, genetically altered by scientists at MIT, and your urine will glow if liver cancer is present
By establishing offices that promote innovation, cities are taking more risks than ever before
Bold thinker Sebastian Thrun is receiving a Smithsonian Award this week, so he regaled us with some of his ideas for changing the world
A new crop of health wearables aims to keep users hydrated
Tested on mice, the rolled mesh fits inside a syringe and unfurls to monitor brain activity
When it was time to suit up for work, politics or social engagements, Claire McCardell's fans embraced her chic, but comfortable style
One hundred years after the birth of the brand, the Corning Museum of Glass pays homage to America's favorite dish
American schools, start taking notes! There may be some things to learn from these successful programs
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