Researchers at Hewlett Packard Labs have built one of the most complex optical chips yet which could be used to perform optimization tasks. The device features 1,052 optical components that all work together to crunch numbers more efficiently than regular hardware.

A new company called SVRF wants people to experience virtual reality on a daily basis and build a routine around it. After realizing people spend most of the day staring at browser windows, they created SVRF Tabs, a Chrome extension that puts 360 content in every tab.

Researchers at UC Riverside and the University of Colorado have manufactured a new substance with some pretty remarkable self-healing properties. It's already been used to create artificial muscles, and its potential uses range from robotics and electronics, to improved batteries and biosensors.

Researchers have developed a new ultrasound technique that allows them to see inside living cells at a scale that was previously unachievable without damaging the cells. Because the examined cells remain undamaged, they can be put back into the body, potentially leading to new treatment options for diseases or even defenses against aging.