Researchers have designed a robotic material that transforms like a living organism. Inspired by embryos, these disk-shaped ...
How do wildlife researchers know when an endangered population is sick? They can detect infectious microbes in animal waste, ...
How do wildlife researchers know when an endangered population is sick? They can detect infectious microbes in animal waste, ...
From mountain goats that run up near-vertical rock faces to armadillos that roll into a protective ball, animals have evolved to adapt effortlessly to changes in their environment. In contrast, when ...
Millions of older adults in the United States are experiencing loneliness and social isolation. Robotic pets offer a ...
Harvard's agile microrobot, inspired by springtails, navigates tight spaces and risky terrains, aiding rescue and monitoring.
Boston Dynamics founder Marc Raibert says reinforcement learning is helping his creations gain more independence.
From a breakthrough that could impact modern warfare to a new bat coronavirus, here are a few highlights from SCMP's recent ...