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…
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…
Solar cell film made from kesterite or perovskite absorbs energy more efficiently and is cheaper to manufacture
The basic function of solar cells is to harvest sunlight and turn it into electricity.…
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…
In Vitro Innovation: Testing Nanomedicine With Blood Cells On A Microchip
Schematic of an endothelialized microfluidic device that consists of two-layer microfluidic channels that are separated by a porous membrane (3…
Scientists preserve DNA in an amber-like polymer
With their “T-REX” method, DNA embedded in the polymer could be used for long-term storage of genomes or digital data…
Gun violence and mental illness: Study addresses perception vs. reality
Recent mass killings in Isla Vista, California, and elsewhere have again raised…
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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…
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…
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 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…
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…