Octopus tentacle-like patch delivers drugs through your cheek
A needle-free drug delivery system inspired by octopus tentacles could one day replace injections for administering biopharmaceuticals.
Africa is 50% hotter than the rest of the world. How farmers are combating rising temperatures
In partnership with Skoll Foundation
Compared to the rest of the world, West Africa is getting hotter faster. Here’s the digital tool that helps farmers secure a higher yield.
The “opportunity framework” can tell you how successful your business might be
In partnership with Million Stories
The ‘opportunity framework’ will ensure your business is profitable — and meaningful.
The unusual link between gardening and academic performance
In partnership with The Wallace Foundation
This program is supplementing the traditional “textbook curriculum” with hands-on learning.
3 simple steps to secure venture capital funding
In partnership with Million Stories
Before you pitch, here are 3 simple yet genius tips to raise big funding — from a CEO who knows the game.
You don’t need a degree to make 6 figures. Here’s why.
In partnership with Million Stories
I was out of the workforce for 10 years — and now I make 6 figures. Here’s how I did it in just 10 months.
“Summer streets” could make cities feel more like home
In partnership with Bolt
What are “summer streets”? This urbanist explains. Here’s how it can transform your city.
Series| Hard Reset
How can a water bottle cost negative 10 cents? 27 million likes on TikTok. A $0.00 product. How does the “FreeWater” company work?
These factory-home builders are closing the housing gap
In partnership with Million Stories
How we build homes is changing. So are construction jobs — and it could solve the labor shortage.
I pilot a self-driving truck. Here’s why we need more.
In partnership with Million Stories
96% of road accidents are caused by human error. Could self-driving semi trucks be a safer option?
Series| Hard Reset Podcast
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This restaurant is run entirely by robots
In partnership with Million Stories
These robots can chop, cook, and serve — and they could revolutionize the food industry.
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