New tools help fight Ebola
New inventions from the global health startup community, with funding from USAID, are improving care — and outcomes — for Ebola patients in the DRC.
U.S. issues 10 millionth patent protecting inventors
President Trump has signed the 10 millionth U.S. patent, which went to an improved laser-detection method that could help pilot self-driving cars.
Record-breaking spacewalker Peggy Whitson retires at 58
The world's most experienced spacewoman has retired after spending more time in orbit than any other American astronaut.
Companies turn to space with help from the U.S.
President Trump has signed a directive aimed at streamlining regulations on commercial use of space. What does this mean for private space companies?
A promising approach boosts oil production — cleanly
It may be counterintuitive, but a new law could make fossil fuel companies leaders in kicking carbon capture into the mainstream — and helping the environment.
3, 2, 1: Bangladesh is taking off
The launch of Bangladesh's first communications satellite is helping the South Asian country reach new heights of prosperity.
Tiny hospital can go anywhere, unfold in minutes
What if hospitals could travel as well as shipping containers? The Smart Pod is a state-of-the-art mobile health clinic designed to go wherever the next health emergency may be.
U.S. hosts Syrian robotics team
Living in a refugee camp didn't hold back these five promising teenagers from building a robot and qualifying for a world-renowned robotics competition.
U.S., Israel protect astronauts from space radiation
An Israel-based company created a vest that astronauts could wear on a mission to Mars. These unique garments are designed to protect internal organs from radiation.