Scientists in China have developed contact lenses that let wearers see light normally invisible to the human eye. Cooler still, the lenses work better through closed eyelids, and other versions could ...

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Researchers in China have developed a way to make contact lenses that convert infrared wavelengths into visible light. It’s based on nanoparticles embedded in the lenses that let participants ...

Often referred to as field scopes or digiscopes, they offer far greater magnification than a monocular, yet remain compact enough for real-world use. Unlike the best monoculars, which typically top ...

Because the approach described in this paper does not require any microscope or software modifications, it can be readily adopted by neuroscientists who wish to image neuronal activity deep in the ...

The best compact binoculars let you get a closer look at distant subjects without the bulk of larger models - no need for an extra bag or rucksack. We've rounded up the top options in our guide below.

Want to wow younger stargazers with closer views of the cosmos? We have rounded up the best binoculars for kids, in time to delight them with June's full moon. When you purchase through links on ...