Poly-3-hydroxybutyrate (PHB) is a thermoplastic polyester which occurs naturally in bacteria as Ralstonia eutropha and…
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Deep-reef coral hates the light, prefers the shade
Bird’s nest coral is common throughout the Indo-Pacific and is able to live across a…
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In iPhone 4S speed marathon, Sprint finishes last (Appolicious)
Appolicious – The iPhone marathon finally can be run with all the major players now…
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Sirius XM touchscreen-enabled Lynx receiver outed by Best Buy (Digital Trends)
Digital Trends – Sirius XM has a new radio receiver coming soon called the Lynx…
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IPhone 4S Benchmarked, Faster Than All Android Phones (ContributorNetwork)
ContributorNetwork – Apple does not even list the new iPhone 4S’ internal technical specs —…
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Promising new approach to treating debilitating nervous system disease
A groundbreaking study suggests what could become the first effective treatment for a debilitating and…
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Faulty molecular switch can cause infertility or miscarriage
Scientists have discovered an enzyme that acts as a ‘fertility switch’. High levels of the…
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Could a computer one day rewire itself? New nanomaterial ‘steers’ electric currents in multiple dimensions
Scientists have developed a new nanomaterial that can “steer” electrical currents. The development could lead…
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Precise gene therapy without a needle
For the first time, researchers have found a way to inject a precise dose of…
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Largest ever genetic study of liver function could point the way to new treatments
Researchers have identified a large number of areas in the human genetic code that are…