Robotic Ankle First Such Powered Prosthesis
MIT researchers appear to have created the world's first powered robotic ankle prosthesis.

'Plastic' Artificial Red Blood Cells
New blood substitute developed in the UK may provided the answer for blood shortages in emergency situations.

Nanoparticle-Treated Clothing Prevents Colds And Flu
The catwalk now holds the key to disease prevention.

Solar System Ball Chair
Unique chair lets you feel like the Earth is your footstool - or your chair, anyway.

Science Fiction Movie Plus Alt Music Mashups
Find herein a diverting trio of mashups - great sf imagery played against contemporary music.

So It Goes
Author Kurt Vonnegut, who wrote so many books that we've all enjoyed, died yesterday at 84.

NEOImpactor Software Models Asteroid Strike Consequences
Software package estimates the impact, human and economic, of asteroid impacts.

Blimp Swims Through Air Like A Fish
Yet another use for electroactive polymers, helping non-rigid airships swim like fish.