Wooden skyscrapers could reshape our cities
Researchers at the University of Cambridge are predicting skyscrapers made from wood could give rise to whole eco-friendly cities. Lauren Anthony reports....
Young robot designers could help Nigerian economy
A laundry-folding machine and a robot which can pick up objects are just some of the inventions created by young Nigerians who’ve learnt to code....
Young Nigerian coder creates a laundry-folding robot
A 12 year-old Nigerian coder has made a robot that can fold clothes and grab near by objects....
Vertical farm Plenty races against the sun
Silicon Valley vertical farm Plenty unveiled its newest farm which can produce enough leafy greens to supply over 100 stores. Its last farm could only...
The fungus that recovers precious metals from waste water
A fungus better known for eating dead wood can also recover the world’s most expensive precious metal from waste water – and even add value...
Meet the robot puppy that comforts Alzheimer’s and dementia patients
For many people living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, the demands of caring for a dog or pet can be a challenge. But...
From landfill to jet fuel: turning waste into sustainable fuels
Researchers at University College London have been making use of old waste to develop a new method of manufacturing aviation fuel that could have a...
Freshness sensors could replace food ‘use-by’ dates
Biodegradable paper-based sensors could be used in food packaging to tell your smartphone if food is going off. Joe Davies reports....
Google’s internet balloon looking for its wings
Google’s high-flying bet on balloons to deliver cell service soon faces a crucial test amid doubts about the viability of the technology by some potential...
Japan to tighten curbs on tech material exports to South Korea amid wartime labor row
Japan will tighten restrictions on exports of high-tech materials used in smartphone displays and chips to South Korea in response to a South Korean ruling...