The football technology being showcased at the 2026 World Cup often has its origins in university research.
- Reader, Department of Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan University
The materials have extraordinary properties that could spark change in a variety of areas.
Rackets have come a long way since the first tennis tournaments.
As record running times drop, what role is footwear playing?
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