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Femtosecond events dictate efficiency of future solar cells

Mimicking silk spinning animals to make artificial fibres more green

Nano-structure printing process could thwart bank-note fakers

UK project aims to extend life and improve performance of nuclear plants

Jewel in the crown: Rolls-Royce’s single-crystal turbine blade casting foundry

Biodegradable particles enable multiple vaccinations in single injection

Video of the week: 3D printed wearable electronics

Graphene-munching spiders produce stronger silk

Lithium-ion battery boost comes without risk of fire or explosions

Flexible fashion innovation wins 2017 UK Dyson Award

JLR project promises new life for old aluminium

Gateway manifold in three states of manufacture

Lloyd’s Register certifies first AM part for oil and gas industry