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The World Health Organization defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Health conditions, like illnesses, injuries and impairments, affect our ability to function or enjoy life.
Bioengineers develop lotus leaf-inspired system to advance study of cancer cell clusters
The lotus leaf is a pioneer of self-cleaning, water-repellant engineering. Water droplets all but hover on its surface, whose unique…
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New clue in understanding increased Alzheimer’s risk
Scientists have discovered a new piece of the puzzle in understanding why some people are more susceptible to Alzheimer’s disease.…
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