New images reveal microstructures that, depending on how the wind blows, help give a dandelion seed lift-off or the grip needed to wait for a better breeze.

Parachutes inspired by Japanese paper cutting unfurl automatically and fall more predictably than standard parachutes.

Axiom Math, which has recruited top talent from Meta, has raised $64 million in seed funding to build an AI math whiz.

Aside from being a delight to watch, flight in birds is regarded by many cultures as a symbol of freedom, and a source of inspiration for humans to build our own flying machines. This makes those ...

Migratory birds embody some of the most intricate evolutionary adaptations in the animal kingdom, without which their journeys would be impossible. Here’s how the Pfeilstorch taught us this.