Thousands of practical applications, programmable matter is is the realm of nanotechnology.  Imagine the regeneration of optic nerves in blind people and the use of retina chips.  It sounds like science fiction. Could we turn lead into gold...probably!  

What is programmable matter good for? Almost anything. The technology can be used to create sensors and computing devices. It can create materials which change their apparent composition on demand. With programmable matter thousands of energy issues could be solved forever. Magnetic propulsion is one I would love to see developed.

Although you may have no knowledge of quantum physics, Wil McCarthy of The Programmable Matter Corporation will explain this amazing new technology and you will be delighted with what you discover. Dive in! The possibilities are unlimited!  more...