Wood blocks are popular toys for babies and toddlers. But they have always led me to one simple question: Why do we think it is a good idea to give little ones, who love to drop and throw whatever ...

The harmful effects of UV radiation on human skin are no secret, with numerous studies highlighting the link between UV exposure and skin cancer. As the demand for protective measures against UV ...

Researchers at Drexel University have created “Faraday fabrics” that can block almost all electromagnetic waves. The key ingredient is a 2D material called MXene, and the development could help ...

Future city dwellers could beat the heat with clothes made of a new fabric that keeps them cool. The textile, made of a plastic material and silver nanowires, is designed to stay cool in urban ...

Thin fabrics that block mosquito bites have been developed by experimenting with patterns made by knitting machines. John Beckmann at Auburn University in Alabama set out to create bite-proof clothing ...