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Fighter Jet Pilots Get High-Tech Helmet Upgrade

The futuristic helmets are an upgrade over “heads up displays” used in many modern aircraft. Read More »

New Biosensor Tests for Toxins Using Microbes

A new biosensor device dubbed the "dip Chip" uses microbes to quickly and accurately detect toxins.

Ultraviolet LED Lights Kill Bacteria and Viruses

A new breed of energy-efficient LEDs could disinfect drinking water and sterilize surgical tools using bacteria and virus killing ultraviolet (UV) light.

Jewel-like Nanowires Pretty As Well As Efficient

A simple treatment deposits lacy branches on tiny, nano-size wires.

Death of DARPA's Superfast Hypersonic Glider Explained

DARPA's hypersonic glider hit a max speed of 13,000 mph (Mach 20) before crashing into the sea.

Scientists Use Lasers to See Around Corners

The system could allow rescue workers to one day peer into places that are difficult or hazardous to enter.

'Indoor GPS' Coming to Mobile Devices in 2013

By 2013, mobile apps will be able to locate, guide and market to people while they're in malls and stores, a panel of experts say.

Change Bike Gears with Your Mind on the Prius Bike

At South by Southwest 2012, Toyota showed a bike that allows riders to change gears just by thinking about it while wearing a special helmet.

40 Most Innovative Kickstarter Projects

Here’s our list of the 40 most innovative projects to be found on Kickstarter.

BlackBerry Maker Wants More 'Blue Sky' Science

Mike Lazaridis, the founder and former CEO of Research in Motion who helped launch the world's smartphone revolution with the BlackBerry, talked about his love of physics and the need for investment in "blue sky" science.
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