It took herculean effort, but Madagascar crafters created an extraordinary piece of woven art from spider silk.

Study finds how proteins self assemble in the cells of Loligo squid to reflect different wavelengths of light (p. 13)

Researchers have designed a steel analog of a well-known fastener.

Study suggests besides the visible plastic, smaller bits are fouling the waters (p. 9)

Researchers create a material that may one day be used to paste together bones in the body. (p. 8)

Structures found in Australian rocks may be the filled-in remains of the world’s oldest dinosaur burrows.

Finding could lead to new technique for making tiny wires. (p. 14)

Study investigates how concrete deforms over time

Researchers have used a femtosecond laser to etch tiny channels into metal plates, prompting liquid to flow uphill.

A tiny molecule may make a big difference in future warning systems.

Scientists are studying the strong and stretchy material in spiders, insects and even goats.

Cracks in tooth enamel, called tufts, distribute force and shield a tooth from fracture, researchers report.

Viruses — the biological kind — could be used to construct more efficient, environmentally friendly lithium ion batteries (p. 12)