The general focus on improving air travel usually involves faster, safer, lighter, and more fuel-efficient aircraft. But another safety concern is disease transmission because the airtight flying ...

For decades, households have sprayed or wiped down surfaces to kill bacteria – but Colombian scientist Sandra Arias is investigating smart materials that use nothing more than their microscopic, spiky ...

Throughout history, humans have observed and sought inspiration from many aspects of nature to improve flight efficiency, maneuverability, and stability. And since the days of Leonardo da Vinci, ...

Inspired by the bacteria-killing wings of insects like cicadas, scientists have developed a natural antibacterial texture for use on food packaging to improve shelf life and reduce waste. Key points: ...