Hacking the Human Body With Temporary Tattoos and Tiny Implants
Using electrical charges to treat diseases, from diabetes to obesity, is picking up speed
Three Stanford Graduates Are Matching Unused Prescriptions With Patients Who Need Them
Unopened drugs—billions of dollars worth—are trashed in this country each year. What if they instead went to the 50 million who can’t afford them?
A Universal Flu Vaccine May Be On the Horizon
Choosing the viral targets for the seasonal flu vaccine is a gamble. Sometimes, like this year, the flu wins
This Smart Stethoscope Attachment Could Lead to More Accurate Diagnoses
Eko Core clips on to existing stethoscopes and lets physicians share heart sounds through their smartphones and the Web
Could GM Mosquitoes Pave the Way for a Tropical Virus to Spread?
Modified insects designed to stop dengue fever could make it easier for another disease-carrying species to take root
A New Antibiotic Found in Dirt Can Kill Drug-Resistant Bacteria
Tests in mice show that the new drug works against numerous nasty diseases and should stay viable for decades
Eight Innovators to Watch in 2015
From food science and robotics to solar tech and sustainable architecture, these folks are poised to do big things
Using Zinc to Detect Breast Cancer Early
Researchers at Oxford have taken the first step towards finding a new biomarker for breast cancer
A Photovoltaic Balloon Could Bring Electricity to Disaster Zones
Moored to a base with batteries, the Zephyr collects enough solar energy to power 15 relief tents and a telecommunications network
Meet William Harvey, a Misunderstood Genius in Human Anatomy
A new video from the World Science Festival tells the story of this medical pioneer
The Dangers of Winter Darkness: Weak Bones, Depression and Heart Trouble
Long periods without sunshine can play a role in a surprising variety of physical and mental disorders
Artificial Skin Could Help Prosthesis Wearers Feel, For Real
A new polymer with a lattice of embedded sensors is sensitive to heat, humidity and pressure
The Smithsonian Design Museum Tells the Story of User-Centered Design Through 120 Beautiful Products
A thermostat, a wheelchair, a prosthetic arm and razors are all a part of “Beautiful Users,” now on display in New York City
Turning Shipping Containers Into Urban Farms
In a clever recycling experiment, the startup Local Roots Farms is growing organic, hydroponic produce in America’s food deserts
Medical Mistletoe: Can the Holiday Plant Really Fight Cancer?
In some countries, cancer patients take mistletoe injections to ease symptoms, but the exact effects of the extracts are still up for debate
Game Changers: Innovation For Good
When you see these creative solutions to society’s most pressing problems, the future looks pretty darn good
Can This Berry Solve Both Obesity and World Hunger?
At a playful café in Chicago, chef Homaro Cantu is experimenting with miracle fruit, a West African berry that makes everything a little sweeter
This Plant-Based Gel Stops Bleeding in Seconds
A salve that seals severe wounds is making its way to veterinary clinics. Military and trauma testing may soon follow
New Understanding of Toxin-Loving Organisms May Help Tackle Pollution
A breakthrough in the understanding of how bacteria break down toxins using vitamin B12 could lead to improved cleanup methods
Parents, Give Your Teens Driving Lessons Without Even Being in the Car
A six-month training program gives parents of new drivers a training tool—and a little extra peace of mind
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