Scientists boost the mosquito-killing effect of natural clove oil

The best method of limiting mosquito-borne diseases is to kill the larvae, but doing so often involves synthetic insecticides. A new study suggests a method of improving the effectiveness of a cheaper, longer-lasting alternative – clove oil.

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Engineered ammonia-producing bacteria could replace crop fertilizers

Ammonia is commonly used in commercial crop fertilizers, which in turn can pollute waterways when they run off of fields. New research, however, suggests that engineered bacteria could one day take the place of such fertilizers.

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Superb American design celebrated with AIA Architecture Awards

The American Institute of Architects has revealed the recipients of its annual Architecture Awards. It highlights 11 projects this year, including an energy efficient US Embassy, a flexible events space, and the renovation of Seattle's Space Needle.

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Huge Savings Made at Leachate Treatment Plant

At a landfill’s leachate treatment centre, where floating biomass was reducing the plant’s throughput, the introduction by Viridian Systems of a new mixer...

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Bacteria could travel from the nose to the brain and trigger Alzheimer’s

A new study has found that nose bacteria can make their way into the brain through nerves, and could lead to Alzheimer’s disease. The work adds to the growing body of evidence that Alzheimer’s may be triggered through viral or bacterial infections.

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Ingenity day boat dunks electric skateboard tech in the water

Going from water sports to luxury cruising, Ingenity has followed up its Super Air Nautique 22E electric sport boat with the 23E day boat. The new day cruiser can spend up to 14 hours on the water and offers a spacious, triple-lounge deck for 11 people.

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The Comet, the 707, and the disaster that shaped the Jet Age

In 1952, Britain won the race to put the world's first jet airliner into service, but it turned out to be a hollow victory. Disasters, delays, and an unlikely American rival upended British ambitions and reshaped the early years of the Jet Age.

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