Cow prints, a more humane way to identify cattle

A device that identifies a cow by unique prints in its muzzle, offers veterinarians and farmers a humane method of tracking livestock. Sharon Reich reports.

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Google lifts Nasdaq to record high

A day after Google reported better-than-expected earnings, its shares surged to a record high, lifting the Nasdaq and other tech stocks, like Facebook and Etsy. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Clip-on iPad fertility tester brings sperm to life on screen

A Taiwanese start-up hopes to shake up the global fertility market with iSperm - a device that when fitted to an iPad can provide instant analysis of sperm quality. Jim Drury reports.

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Designers build spiral staircase to the treetops

CanopyStair is a modular system of steps attached around a tree trunk that provides an easy way to experience life in the treetops. Matthew Stock reports.

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Chimaera device paves way for wireless pain relief

A new surgical tool called Chimaera guides a surgeon during operations to implant neurostimulation devices with less risk to the patient. Matthew Stock reports.

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Glasses that make cancer glow

Researchers are developing a technology that lights up cancer like Christmas trees, giving surgeons a powerful real time tool to remove the deadly cells from the body. Ben Gruber has more.

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Insulin patches could replace injections for diabetics

A joint North Carolina State University and University of North Carolina project aims to replace insulin injections with an insulin patch. Nathan Frandino reports.

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