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Soft yet strong gel keeps its shape after being run over by a car

Physics

Soft yet strong gel keeps its shape after being run over by a car

A gel with similar properties to shatterproof glass could have applications in soft robots and prosthetics

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Three cloudy mineral rocks are set against a black background

Physics

Physicists have created a new type of diamond by crushing buckyballs

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Octopus-inspired camouflage fabric can change colour to blend in

Technology

Octopus-inspired camouflage fabric can change colour to blend in

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New plastic made from DNA is biodegradable and easy to recycle

Technology

New plastic made from DNA is biodegradable and easy to recycle

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Blue laser light being used in experiment

Physics

Strange quantum effect predicted 30 years ago has now been observed

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An inside look at oysters – and how to enjoy them safely

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How you can get involved with the hunt for gravitational waves

Space

How you can get involved with the hunt for gravitational waves

Regulars

young boy drinks water

Technology

Silk modified to reflect sunlight keeps skin 12.5°C cooler than cotton

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Hydrilla, view of the leaf surface

Technology

Water-absorbing material inspired by plant roots could power robots

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Humans

Is it true that use of synthetic fertiliser is increasing everywhere?

Frequent reports decrying our ever-growing use of synthetic fertilisers don’t reflect reality and fail to see the bigger picture, writes James Wong

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Health

Are vegan meat alternatives putting our health on the line?

Features

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Self-healing plastic repairs itself in 10 seconds even under water

Video

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Self-healing plastic repairs itself in 10 seconds even under water

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Physics

Ada Twist, Scientist review: Brilliant children's TV for the curious

Culture