
sustainability
Researchers develop fish-like nanorobots to recover lithium from seawater
July 29, 2026 • 3 min. readBacked by a $1 million U.S. Department of Energy award, the project aims to create a more efficient, sustainable way to capture a critical battery mineral and strengthen the domestic clean energy supply chain.
Casting new light on recreational fishing along the Gulf Coast
April 28, 2026 • 5 min. readTexas A&M researchers are using mobility data to learn when, where and how anglers fish, opening the door to more sustainable management.
What’s in your salad? Crops exposed to nanoplastics may boost heavy metal intake
March 17, 2026 • 4 min. readResearchers are uncovering how nanoplastics and heavy metals interact in a controlled hydroponic model, revealing new insights to food safety.
Collaborative research supported by the WoodNext Foundation aims to autonomize rehabilitation of extreme environments.
Why cold weather cripples today’s batteries and what researchers are doing about it.
With offshore wind poised for massive growth, Texas A&M researchers develop a versatile anchor system that could solve the industry’s biggest logistical and financial challenge.
Mass timber takes root in Texas architecture
Oct. 15, 2025 • 5 min. readArchitecture and forest researchers explain what cross-laminated timber is and how it can lead to sustainable construction.
Battery made from natural materials could replace conventional lithium-ion batteries
Sep. 24, 2025 • 5 min. readTexas A&M researchers develop a biodegradable battery using ingredients found in the human body.
Texas A&M researchers are working to improve an “ice battery” system that freezes water at night to cool buildings during the day.
Artificial intelligence reveals chemical emissions may be more likely following natural hazards, leading to insights for prevention.