Geophysical modeling of one of the world’s most important fossil sites reveals the history of the site where early humankind evolved.

Fine tuning the composition of nitride alloys can further the development of optical and electronic interface devices.

Genomes of single microbial cells isolated from the Red Sea could yield a goldmine for biotechnology.

Wavy transistors that vertically gain width without increasing their on-chip footprint could drive future flexible displays.

A model incorporating the physics of ruptures provides valuable information about human-induced earthquakes.

The transition to renewables will take decades, so we must rush to clean up conventional fuel combustion, says Mani Sarathy.

A new statistical technique could be used to more accurately locate global wind resources.

Theoretical simulations reveal how subtle changes in friction on an object’s surface can have a large effect on drag.

The Red Sea has relatively low amounts of floating plastic debris in its surface waters due to fewer sources or faster removal.

Coordinated robot swarms can achieve amazing feats, but even a single faulty unit can have serious consequences.

Synchrotron study reveals oxygen’s influence on the chemistry that surrounds us.

Jumping genes could make an alga, and its coral host, more tolerant to warming sea temperatures.

An easy and reliable assembly approach, inspired by building blocks, challenges the current fabrication of electronic systems.

Some species of fish have special adaptive mechanisms that could improve their chances of surviving the greenhouse effect.

Creating teardrop-like gas cavities around metal spheres enables practically friction-free travel through liquids.

Trapping molecules on custom-designed porous surfaces becomes easier with a new model that unifies previous theories of adsorption.

Tailor-made membranes offer a cleaner method for the industrial-scale separation of chemical mixtures, says Suzana Nunes. But first we need to make their manufacture greener.

Silicon microelectronics and biomedical fields could benefit from a safe and cost-effective way to synthesize nanoparticles.

High-speed communication systems based on ultraviolet radiation are now in sight.

A new soil classification system, and tools to implement it, helps understanding of the properties of the ground underpinning geo-engineering projects.

Large-area, two-dimensional semiconductors wired through transparent oxide conductors produce high-performance see-through electronics.

A loudspeaker design could allow small devices to produce powerful low-frequency sounds.

Simple two-component mixtures are good surrogates for studying the ignition properties of next-generation gasolines.

Cone-shaped sugar structures can be connected together to form selectively porous nanofiltration membranes.

Physicists are playing unexpected roles in meeting future global energy challenges by modeling technologies such as fracking.

Study design allows more rigorous evaluation of complex healthcare interventions.

Treating wastewater with solar irradiation shows promise in reducing two E. coli strains but a resilient strain persists.

Efficiency gains come from tuning the properties of semiconducting materials by combining layers of different composition.

A mild post-fabrication doping approach can boost the solar conversion of quantum dot-based photovoltaic cells.

Promising electrochemical technologies for cleaning wastewater are boosted by discovery of extremophilic microbes in the Red Sea.

A method for creating nanoparticles without using solvents could lead to environmentally friendly electronics.

Study of the mismatch between spatial environmental data and a commonly used statistical analysis suggests simpler statistics are sufficient in many cases.

The world’s warmest sea is heating up faster than the global average, which could challenge the ability of the Red Sea’s organisms to cope.

A powerful statistical tool could significantly reduce the burden of analyzing very large datasets.

Redesigned lithium-ion batteries could help improve the efficiency of orthodontic devices.

A new computational framework marries ideas from computer graphics with civil engineering to reduce times and costs of constructing frame-based structures.

A combination of morphological and molecular approaches gives researchers a first glimpse of Red Sea larval fish communities.

The side-by-side deposition of atomically flat semiconductor sheets enhances solar cell conversion efficiency.

Wind turbines suspended high in the sky have potential as an alternative power source for Saudi Arabia.

Microbes are dispersed widely over the oceans with islands acting as stepping-stones to help transport of land-based organisms.

A statistical technique for modeling large datasets improves interpretation of climate and environmental data.

A perovskite crystal’s powerful light-emitting capabilities could be due to missing atoms in its structure.

Symbiotic giant bacteria enable Red Sea surgeonfish to specialize their diets.

The molten surface of a sodium-based material could assist the direct conversion of methane to useful building blocks.

Satellite imagery shows how currents shape the Red Sea ecosystem.

A vibration-driven logic gate could form the basis for the next generation of efficient, low-power computers.

A novel type of electronic component made from a blend of polymer materials could enable more effective circuitry.

New evidence of surface-initiated crystallization may improve the efficiency of printable photovoltaic materials.

Insight into the thermal decomposition of a potential fuel additive shows it could promote cleaner and more efficient combustion.

Simple chemicals called glycol ethers help make better perovskite thin films for solar cells.

Emerging technologies are poised to transform how we observe the Earth.

An underwater wireless optical communications system for streaming high-quality, live video.

Advances in how science is presented means that visual tools can inspire research, as well as make its results accessible to the world.

New 3D visualizations that reveal how flames respond to electric fields could help improve combustion efficiency and reduce pollution.

A new statistical approach for environmental measurements lets the data determine how to model extreme events.

Introducing asymmetry across the two sides of atomically thin materials brings new opportunities in semiconductors.

Coral ecosystems may be able to adapt rapidly to climate change through natural plastic responses.

Photosensitive perovskites change shape when exposed to light.

Metallic nanostructures that slow down light dramatically can triple the efficiency of solar-based hydrogen fuel generation.

When faced with high salinity, the tiny plant cells within coral tissue alter their metabolites to better cope with stress.

Smartphones put state-of-the-art 3D particle tracking in the hands of the masses.

A faster approach for computer detection of moving objects in video takes us a step closer to mimicking the reflexive detection ability of the animal visual system.

Surface wettability has little effect on atmospheric water gathering, but edge structure is crucial.

Flatter materials have fewer imperfections, which makes for better solar cells and light sensors.

Sifting through huge amounts of data may bring better understanding of whale shark social structures, protein targets for drug therapies and disease-causing genes.

Herbal remedy plants native to Saudi Arabia are shown to have potential as treatments for cancer.

Dual-functioning MOF material autonomously ensures indoor humidity is just right.

Modeling leads to a better understanding of the role El Niño plays in increasing rainfall along the coast of the Red Sea.

A nature-based technique paves the way for cheaper and environmentally friendly liquid-repellent materials.

Plants can reprogram their genetic material to mount a defensive response against pathogens, which may have applications for agriculture.

3D-printed, disposable sensors capable of detecting noxious gases and changes in temperature and humidity could revolutionize environmental monitoring.

Mangroves, seagrass meadows, seaweeds and saltmarshes, the forests of the sea, perform a vital and often overlooked role in storing carbon and mitigating the effects of climate change.

Synchronized emissions from innovative on-chip lasers create possibilities for inexpensive artificial neural networks. 

A systematic approach to selecting and configuring statistical models improves predictions of extreme events.

Spiky-shaped additives help antimicrobial coatings sense and inhibit bacteria growth on dental devices. 

Insights into the thermal behavior of metal-nitride nanowires could open new avenues in optical electronics.

Protection zones for coasts and oceans are an effective way to help marine and human communities to adapt to climate change.

A simple treatment of nickel to make it an efficient catalyst for water splitting.

The genome sequences of two "false" corals offer a window into the evolution of calcification, which may help their reef-building cousins.

Wind intensities and wave heights in the Red Sea are decreasing over time—potential for a significant impact on its ecosystem.

A floating membrane that uses sunlight to evaporate water shows potential for water purification.

Two proteins produced by a single gene interact to keep the genome in check.

Data from a global oceanographic expedition predict how rising temperatures influence increase in plankton populations.

The movement of DNA molecules seemingly explained by random motion conceals a more orderly march.

A coating of molybdenum improves the efficiency of catalysts for producing hydrogen.

A unique investigation highlights how excess nitrogen can trigger coral bleaching in the absence of heat stress.

Car manufacturers could clean up vehicle exhausts using a new model of gasoline combustion developed using experimental data.

Passionate plant scientist Mark Tester conducts ground-breaking research into plants that could one day help feed the world.

Tungsten and titanium compounds join forces to turn a common alkane into other hydrocarbons. 

The surface proteins responsible for navigating immune cells to sites of inflammation are identified.

A breakthrough in generating water-stable metal-organic frameworks allows efficient removal of water from gases.

Conjugated polymers designed with a twist produce tiny, brightly fluorescent particles with broad applications.

A remarkable collaboration, drawing parallels between human and animal ecology, uses data from smartphones to protect vulnerable species.

A new method for shaping the waveform generated by multi-antenna radar systems is inexpensive and practical.

The work of a small group specializing in demystifying proteins is having far-reaching effects.

Careful marine management and stricter fishing laws could enable Saudi Arabia’s coral reefs to thrive.

A new tool uses genetic and clinical information to find the root cause of unexplained illnesses.

An international, multidisciplinary collaboration that led to the world’s first underwater robotic avatar.

A flexible, carbon-based device that responds to humidity in two ways can sense 3D objects without touching them.

Atlantic surface circulation transports high loads of plastic debris to remote Arctic waters.