Pollution from road traffic can be directed away from paths and back on to roads using curved barriers, according to a new UK study.

Australian researchers are planning to perform patient tests of a fully functional bionic eye next year.

42 Technology (42T) has been appointed by Reaction Engines to provide engineering consultancy and to help with the mechanical design of key operational features of the SKYLON.

A tidal power scheme in the Mersey Estuary could deliver enough electricity to meet the average needs of more than 200,000 homes, but the high construction costs mean that it is unlikely to go ahead.

A new report is urging the UK government to invest in the development of 10 specific plant-based chemicals to replace environmentally harmful plastics and petroleum products.

Dyson and Cambridge University are collaborating on a project to investigate flow instability and acoustics with a view to developing high-efficiency, low-noise appliances.

Gentoo penguins have inspired researchers at McGill University, Canada to find a potential solution to ice build-up in places including wind turbines, electricity towers, or airplane wings.

US engineers are hoping to improve heat-conducting electrical components using self-propelled water droplets — which could lead to more efficient solar panels.

Stobart Group and BOC have been selected by the government to receive funding to stimulate the market for dual-fuel trucks.