Experimental Zika vaccine to be tested on humans for the first time
The FDA just approved the world's first clinical trial of a Zika vaccine. The tests will determine whether or not...
Nest smart thermostat rolls out new feature to use less energy when rates are highest
Nest Labs—makers of arguably the smartest thermostat on the planet—just added a new feature to the host of...
Zencube is state-of-the-art LED salt lamp that helps you breathe easier
Zencube is a brand new take on the Himalayan salt lamp. Known for a multitude of health benefits, salt lamps are...
SolarBook is a powerful portable solar-powered charger that doubles as a notebook
There are oodles of portable chargers on the market, but carrying an extra gadget that serves only one purpose...
Stunning bamboo speakers marry Vietnamese tradition and modern technology
[gallery_extend] The centuries-old tradition of coiling and carving bamboo is unique to Vietnam. Craftsmen...
Bika is a sustainable bike rack crafted from pine beetle devastated wood
Over 18 million hectares of British Columbia's forests have been destroyed by the Mountain Pine Beetle, but Killwood's...
Stripped down modular Gomos homes inspired by sewage pipes pop up in Venice
[gallery_extend] SUMMARY installed three concrete modules on the waterfront at the Arsenale, one of...
BioLite's new BaseLantern is Bluetooth-enabled and charges up to four smartphones
Do not fear the dark. The new BaseLantern from BioLite is here to help you navigate through the night. A classic...
The SkinGun sprays your own stem cells onto burns to speed healing
Like something straight out of a science fiction novel, the SkinGun by RenovaCare sprays a patient’s own stem...
Tiny tubular treetop studio has incredible detail and daylighting
[gallery_extend] The studio is a masterpiece in warm ochre. Built from locally-sourced hoop pine, the...
Cambodian floating toilets filter human waste naturally via wetland plants
The floating village of Prek Toal in Cambodia is putting the natural filtering power of wetland plants to work...
Why these round houses survive hurricanes that destroy traditional homes
June first marks the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, and with predictions for bigger and deadlier...
Halfbike 2.1 combines all the best things about biking and running
Last year, Halfbike became the most funded vehicle on Kickstarter. Now, after refining and perfecting the original...
Benthem Crouwel Architects named designer of new Paris airport metro station
In Paris, a major expansion project is underway on the city’s metro system. The new Grand Paris Express Ligne...
Toyota announces return of the stair-climbing iBOT wheelchair
This week Toyota revealed plans for its second generation iBOT prototype, a wheelchair so adaptable it allows people...
