Computer scientists at the University of Bath in the UK have reprogrammed a Roomba to perform four new tasks, showcasing how domestic robots can be harnessed during their regular downtime to make our lives easier. The team also proposes 100 additional ways these devices could be put to work when they would otherwise be inactive.

A new study in Engineering presents GlycoPro, a high-throughput sample-processing platform for multi-glycosylation-omics analysis. It overcomes limitations of existing methods, efficiently processes a large number of samples, and shows promise in breast cancer biomarker discovery, with potential for broader applications in glycosylation-related diseases research.

Scientists at the University of Leicester and NASA’s Glenn Research Center have combined cutting edge radioisotope power system technology with high efficiency power convertor technology

The successful test results demonstrate robustness and reliability for potential future spaceflight missions, and a pathway for applications in space

The Space Nuclear Power team based at Space Park Leicester travelled to NASA Glenn in January 2025 to support the project

With more than 181.5 billion tons of wood produced globally each year, a new method could revolutionize how we build sustainably. By infusing red oak with ferrihydrite using a simple, low-cost process, researchers strengthened the wood at the cellular level without adding weight or altering flexibility – offering a durable, eco-friendly alternative to steel and concrete. The treated wood retains its natural behavior but gains internal durability – paving the way for greener alternatives in construction, furniture and flooring.