Deforestation can cause eight-fold increase in flood event risk, says report
New research, based on forest fires in Australia, proves there is a significantly higher risk of large-scale flooding when major…
Fast Four Quiz: Precision Medicine in Cancer
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…
Cotton fibres instead of carbon nanotubes
Plant-based cellulose nanofibres do not pose a short-term health risk, especially short fibres, shows a…
‘Cupcake bans’ rare, but policies may reduce overexposure to sugary treats
Nearly 1 in 3 American children are overweight or obese, but sugary sweets are often…
Astonishing regeneration potential of the pancreas
Up until puberty, the pancreas is more adaptable and possesses a greater potential for self-healing than had previously been assumed.…
National Chemistry Week reminds us of the significance of chemistry
Chemistry, often hailed as the cornerstone of scientific disciplines, plays a pivotal role in our daily existence, influencing the food…
Another step forward for a promising new battery to store clean energy
Researchers find way to build potassium-oxygen batteries that last longer Researchers have…
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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…
New tools used to identify childhood cancer genes
Using a new computational strategy, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified 29 genetic…
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…
Deforestation can cause eight-fold increase in flood event risk, says report
New research, based on forest fires in Australia, proves there is a significantly higher risk…
Low-cost ketamine treatment for depression found to be effective long term
A new study shows longer-term use of generic ketamine for severe depression is safe and…
Engineered “natural killer” cells could help fight cancer
One of the newest weapons that scientists have developed against cancer is a type of…
QIMR Berghofer team discovers females carry a higher genetic risk of depression
Important genetic differences in how females and males experience depression have been revealed for the…
Sustainable generative AI: UCLA develops novel light-based system
Advance in optical computing may lead to ultrafast and secure image generators while using less…
Headspace invaders: How mosquito-borne viruses breach the brain’s defenses
Mosquito-borne viruses can cause more than fevers and joint pain. In severe cases, they invade…
Nanoparticles supercharge vinegar’s old-fashioned wound healing power
A new study suggests adding microscopic particles to vinegar can make them more effective against…
New 3D bioprinting technique may improve production of engineered tissue
The field of tissue engineering aims to replicate the structure and function of real biological…