28 Feb 2026
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31 Mar 2026
Mechanical swarm that works without electronics
Georgia Tech researchers built tiny particles that latch, release and reorganize using only their physical shape. An external vibration makes the units open and spread; possible uses include medicine and space systems.
Photo by Zheng Yang, Unsplash
26 Dec 2025
Outer root layer controls twisted root growth
A research team found that the outer cell layer of roots (the epidermis) can control whether roots grow twisted or straight. Lab measurements and computer models explain why this layer has more mechanical influence, with implications for crops.
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