Metallic python is the latest in a series of robot snakes designed to inspect tight spaces, disarm bombs and locate disaster survivors.

Researchers say the mutant mice study could increase our understanding of perception systems.

It’s one of the fastest-growing industries, and states across the U.S. have been eagerly courting the industry in the hopes of landing new manufacturing plant

Scientists hope to end heart transplant surgery forever thanks to help from the amazing zebrafish.

New rose will be less prone to wilting and will allow for longer lasting Valentine's Day bouquets.

Researcher in Glasgow says he has created living cells made of metal instead of carbon — and they may be evolving.

The technology could be used to clean or inspect inaccessible places, such as nuclear power plants and collapsed buildings.

Philosopher suggests that bioengineering people to be herbivores with small statures and cat-like eyes could help to save the planet.

Biomimicry has been around for decades, but could it be the future of sustainability? Some researchers are using nature to develop better technology, while othe

Immune cells called macrophages are at the center of the salamander's ability to regrow limbs and regenerate parts of organs.

Brrr.

The new materials could one day be used for building devices that have the properties of living things, such as the ability to self-heal.

A lab-created substance composed partly of mussel foot proteins is even stickier than the adhesive used by real mussels.

The glove essentially translates sonar into a sense of touch for its wearer.

Those baby blues mean something, but perhaps not what you think.

Imagine your city illuminated at night by glow stick-like lighting generated entirely from living organisms.

The enhanced silk was also 50 percent stronger than the regular stuff.

It could represent a biodegradable solution to the omnipresent pollution clogging our landfills.

The webbing was on par with bulletproof Kevlar in strength.

Juice and soda aren’t the only drink options available for children. Here are some healthy drink alternatives for kids (and adults).

The paper Unocup ditches plastic in a bid to reduce waste and improve ergonomics.

Microplastics in fresh water are primarily laundry lint that comes from washing machines, and they end up in your drinking glass.

A study shows your reusable water bottle may be dirtier than your dog's dish. Here's how to wash your reusable items so they last longer and you stay healthy.

In 10 or 20 years, we're going to need a lot of buildings like this senior living community in the Eastlake neighborhood of Seattle — resilient and efficient.

Being connected to nature makes kids happier and more likely to act sustainably.

Here's a breakdown of how each disinfectant kills specific types of germs.

They're baaack ... nearly 30 years later, solar panels are once again gracing the roof of America's most famous neoclassical mansion.

Deserts have a lot of sun, but not much water. That's why researchers are advocating combined solar and agave farms.

Hydroelectric power has not received the attention that solar and wind enjoy, but that could be changing.

Renewable energy has made great strides in the U.S. recently. But if you take a look around the globe, you'll find equally encouraging signs.

Clean energy sources are producing record amounts of power in markets across the world.

Breakthroughs in artificial photosynthesis could help harness the sun's power for clean, efficient production of liquid hydrogen.

New documentary from the director of 'Fuel' and 'The Big Fix' offers real alternatives to fossil fuels.

Israel’s largest international green energy conference takes place this weekend in Eilat.

WIth room for 5,000 residents, the $26 billion Ocean Spiral scheme offers a subaqueous alternative to overcrowded and costly terrestrial living.

Corporate renewable energy goals that once looked ambitious are being met much earlier than expected.

Australian teen's invention could help make clean water easy and affordable to access.

The conceptual Dutch Windwheel takes the term 'mixed-use development' to dizzying new extremes.

Fom Argentina to Mexico, solar in Latin America is likely to grow like gangbusters in the coming years.

Build enough Powerwall batteries and you can run the world on renewable resources.

An award-winning MIT team has created a portable, solar-powered desalination system that could provide freshwater in remote locations.

The Swedish furniture giant is spending staggering amounts on renewables and climate adaptation, putting entire countries to shame.

Technology could be used to generate electricity or even propel tiny toy cars.

Developers hope the design will bring affordable lighting to people worldwide who live along the coast.

The WindChill uses biomimicry to help preserve food in rural areas without access to electricity.

Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg and other billionaires have announced a new private coalition to help fund development of nascent sustainable technologies.

The same thing that keeps the lights on and appliances humming tastes great on a cracker.

Efficiency isn't sexy, but it gives you a lot more bang for the buck.

Wave power has the potential to supply 25 percent of the nation's energy.

Massive investment coupled with falling prices has created a perfect renewable storm in the Golden State.