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Glass houses

A thin layer of water between two panes of glass can reduce energy costs. >
6 clever design solutions for pressing healthcare issues

We highlight some of the design solutions aimed at healthcare sector. >
This device could simplify and reduce the costs of TB treatment

An MIT research team conceived a device that would release a month’s supply of antibiotics within the body >
Design is what combines technology and biology in Markus Kayser's work

The 16 robots, including the design system to control them, were developed by researchers who work at the intersection of biotechnology and design. >
This Solar Grill makes cooking easier in areas with no electricity

The cooker stores solar energy for cooking at any time of the day. >
Japanese art of paper cutting inspires the next generation of bandages

These MIT engineers believe a simple method of pattern-cutting holds great benefits in store for wound healing plasters and wearable tech. >
A wound-healing gel inspired by slugs

Where sutures and stitches fail, doctors are turning to the restorative slime of gastropods. >
This enhanced man-made skin graft helps burn victims heal

By combining collagen skin grafts with healthy skin cells, an MIT researcher created a scaffold that heals burn victims faster. >
This wearable sticker set could help prevent sexual assault

Developed by a researcher at MIT, Intrepid can detect if somebody is taking off your clothes. >
This breathable workout suit helps you cool down after a sweaty gym session

Researchers at MIT use living cells to give this unique garment a cool advantage. >
The ecological reincarnation of Mount Trashmore

Proof that a second chance at life can be rewarding, even when it comes to lifeless urban spaces. >
Scientists have found a way to give you more pasta for less money

With programmable pasta, scientists have found an easier way to reduce shipping costs by manipulating its size >
A simpler way to purify water

Scientists have devised a simple way to separate microscopic pollutants from water. >
The Five Fields Play Structure by Matter Design

This playground stimulates the imagination and encourages creativity. >
Using stomach acid to power sensory tech-tablets

This tiny monitor is designed to rest in your digestive system and sustain itself with it. >
A lightweight material that is 10 times stronger than steel

MIT researchers created 3-D printed forms of graphene that are ten times stronger than steel >
The MIT Cheetah: A bio-inspired robot that could save lives in the future

This quadrupedal robot could one day become a valuable first responder in situations that are hazardous to humans. >
Algorithmically designed jewellery by Nervous System

Made from brass and rubber, the Corollaria collection is inspired by science and technology. >
The untapped light & utility of plants

Turning plants into sources of energy and light. >
What if your teeth could heal themselves?

These biosynthetic tooth fillings could mean the end of root canals. >
Sensing climate change with ‘robomussels’

The international network of undercover mussels. >
MIT breaks new ground on the road to clean energy

Scientists achieve the highest plasma pressure ever recorded. >
Sensing strain in the body with new fibre optics

These refined fibres could one day revolutionise neuroscience and brain treatment. >

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