A catalyst that converts carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide gas with exceptional selectivity could reduce the cost of producing CO as a chemical feedstock.

Snakeskin has inspired the development of pop-up shoe grips that can increase friction between the shoe and the ground, an advance that could help reduce falls among older adults.

Researchers at Brighton University are developing a system to help cricket batsmen develop the mental skills to make consistently accurate decisions when faced with fast bowlers.

A non-invasive laser light-scattering technique has been used to further the understanding of spider silk — an advance that could lead to materials for bulletproof vests and artificial tendons.

A new centre for the development and testing of offshore wind condition monitoring technologies will open at Strathclyde University in Scotland later this year.

The first step in developing a cost-effective micro sensor for long-term monitoring of ocean acidification has been achieved by a team of scientists and engineers.

Gel coated electrically conductive fibres have been formed into a smart bandage that could one day heal chronic wounds or battlefield injuries.