Quantum sensors on the move
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have developed a technique to precisely manoeuvre quantum sensors through highly viscous…
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Bacteria ‘nanowires’ could help scientists develop green electronics
Engineered protein filaments originally produced by bacteria have been modified by scientists…
Nuisance Seaweed Found to Produce Compounds with Biomedical Potential
A seaweed considered a threat to the healthy growth of coral reefs…
Modest Alcohol Use Lowers Risk and Severity of Some Liver Disease
People with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NALFD) who consume alcohol in modest amounts –…
How do polar bears stay warm? Research finds an answer in their genes
In the winter, brown and black bears go into hibernation to conserve energy and keep…
UTSW study finds cognitive decline key factor in predicting life expectancy in Alzheimer’s disease
Cognitive decline is the biggest factor in determining how long patients with Alzheimer’s disease will live after being diagnosed, according…
Retired stars join the young stars’ party in the sky: how evolved stars contribute to the early heating of Earth
Researchers from the University of Sheffield and Imperial College London have spotted a ‘retired’ Asymptotic Giant Branch (AGB) star passing…
Without ‘work-life balance,’ this protein may promote disease
New study characterizes behavior of human plastins in cells A family of…
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Bacteria ‘nanowires’ could help scientists develop green electronics
Engineered protein filaments originally produced by bacteria have been modified by scientists to conduct electricity. In a study published recently…
Nuisance Seaweed Found to Produce Compounds with Biomedical Potential
A seaweed considered a threat to the healthy growth of coral reefs in Hawaii may possess the ability to produce…
New 3D printer uses rays of light to shape objects, transform product design
A new 3D printer uses light to transform gooey liquids into complex solid objects in…
Cotton-Based Hybrid Biofuel Cell Could Power Implantable Medical Devices
A glucose-powered biofuel cell that uses electrodes made from cotton fiber could someday help power…
New tools used to identify childhood cancer genes
Using a new computational strategy, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified 29 genetic…
Quantum sensors on the move
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have developed a technique to precisely manoeuvre…
Coo-ee! Scientists tap into the inner workings of long-distance animal calls
From whale songs to lion roars, animals have evolved to stretch their voices across distances…
New ‘negative light’ technology hides data transfers in plain sight
Engineers at UNSW Sydney and Monash have developed an innovative way of sending hidden information…
AI set to make medical scan reports twice as easy to understand for patients
Artificial intelligence could soon help patients make sense of complex medical scan results, making them…
Redefining GaN power devices for adoption in EVs and data centres
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have uncovered fundamental insights into designing gallium…
Team develops smart synthetic material inspired by octopus skin
Despite the prevalence of synthetic materials across different industries and scientific fields, most are developed…
Some early life forms may have breathed oxygen well before it filled the atmosphere
Oxygen is a vital and constant presence on Earth today. But that hasn’t always been…
How Mtb safeguards itself from foreign DNA
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), with collaborators from the Institute of Mathematical…