There's a conundrum of growing food in outer
space: the same optimal conditions that create quick plant growth also
leaves them missing a nutrient that protects human eyes from radiation,
such as astronauts experience. However, scientists under the direction
of Barbara Demmig-Adams at the University of Colorado Boulder have
developed a method of using bright pulses of light to trick plants into
producing more zeaxanthin, which humans cannot produce on their own but
is essential for long-term eye health and visual acuity. Read More
Non-profit organization INCLUDED has
produced a new community center for Shanghai's migrant worker
community. Dubbed Community Cube, the two-storey 150 sq m (1,614 sq ft)
structure was completed in 2013 and comprises a number of used shipping
containers as a primary building material. Read More 
It's not always practical for gigging DJs to wrap
a pair of hefty cans around their heads when selecting or preparing
tracks on a portable music player, smartphone or tablet, but even
high-end earbuds might not cut the mustard when it comes to the specific
audio needs of today's digital pancake turner. Pioneer's Professional
Sound and Visual Division has developed some enclosed inner-ear
headphones specially tuned for mixing and playing on the move. Read More
After providing a sneak peek
of the vehicle last month, Subaru has now fully revealed its Viziv 2
Concept, at the Geneva Motor Show. The four-door crossover hatchback
hybrid builds upon ideas previously presented in the Viziv Concept,
which debuted at last year's event. Taking its name from an
amalgamation of the words "Vision for Innovation," it's intended to
combine eco-friendliness with spirited performance. Read More
After teasing the H5D-50c
in January, Hasselblad has now officially launched its first
medium-format camera equipped with a CMOS sensor. This means the new
50-megapixel – and US$27,500 – camera features improved high ISO
performance, better capture rates, and faster Live Video than its
predecessors. Read More
It took thousands of years for the humble toilet
to evolve into the model we use today, but there's always room for
improvement. With this in mind, Gareth Humphreys and Elliott Whiteley
produced the Iota: a folding toilet concept that's smaller and more
efficient than the typical loo. Read More
Today's vast array of devices for listening to
music means that it is increasingly difficult to decide what to listen
to or which audio player should be used to play favorite tunes. A new
company has unveiled a device that aims to simplify the process.
Aether's Cone speaker learns what music a user likes over time and plays
it without any fuss. Read More
In the battle for the living room, the launch of Google's Chromecast
further fragmented the market with another new means of content
delivery. A variety of alternatives have since been launched, including a
new offering from Roku. The company says the HDMI Streaming Stick will
provide more TV streaming options than any other device. Read More
Maserati has brought a stunning concept model to
Geneva in the form of a dynamic new two-door concept. Sharing the same
460 hp engine with the GT, the 2+2 Alfieri Concept just might offer a
glimpse of the Italian manufacturer’s future design language. Read More
Though moving around panoramic photos can feel
fairly natural, the ability to do so in a video still feels a little
unusual. Perhaps it's because there's a sense that you're always missing
part of the recording. Nonetheless, panoramic video is gradually moving
into the mainstream, with EyeSee360 announcing two offerings that will
join the market later this year. Read More
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