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This approach enabled us to create a material that can bend, buckle, or stiffen differently under slow movements versus sudden impacts -- without electronics, sensors, or active control.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

The city of Malibu has filed a suit of its own accusing the city of L.A., the state and several other entities of engaging in negligent conduct that enabled the fire’s destruction.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“Some estimates put these ‘leakage’ flows at 1.5 million barrels per day—and as high as 3.0 million—potentially enabled by transponders being switched off or signals being spoofed,” she wrote.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

He says this has enabled him to show prospective employers "young people can bring a fresh perspective, ask the questions others overlook and add real value even without a mountain of experience."

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Her work at Langley had enabled her to make good on her promise to her children and their futures.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly