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January 21, 2016

Google Cardboard redefines class trips with VR 'Expeditions'

Permission slips for class trips might become a thing of the past if Google has its way.

January 20, 2016

Wood-based replacement for Styrofoam?

Four4Four: Science

January 20, 2016

Stephen Hawking warns of planetary doom (again)

Stephen Hawking has once again warned that humanity could wipe itself out before it has a chance to establish far-flung space colonies

January 19, 2016

Adidas introduces laceless cleats

Undone shoe laces are a menace for many, but thanks to the innovators at Adidas, they won’t be bothering some soccer players any longer.

January 19, 2016

'Star Wars' character Boba Fett inspires body armor

Boba Fett, the famous "Star Wars" bounty hunter, is the inspiration for an intriguing new range of body armor.

January 18, 2016

Scientists create wood-based Cellufoam, tout possible Styrofoam replacement

Scientists in Sweden are touting a new wood-based shock-absorbing material that could be a replacement for Styrofoam.

January 18, 2016

New invention may end age-old soldering

The end of good old soldering?

January 15, 2016

Magnetic device lets smartphones test your blood

Smartphones equipped with portable devices that magnetically levitate cells might one day help diagnose diseases in the home, clinic or lab, researchers say

January 15, 2016

Hulu to bring Virtual Reality TV to your face

Virtual reality will have a life beyond video games, and Hulu wants to be at the forefront of providing immersive, passive programming.

January 15, 2016

IBM keeps top spot as US patent leader, study says

IBM has maintained its position as the U.S. patent leader, according to an annual survey conducted by IFI Claims Patent Services.