Four new studies on the treatment of early breast cancer, spanning from diagnosis through surgery,…
Month: September 2012
Information theory helps unravel DNA’s genetic code
“Superinformation,” or the randomness of randomness, can be used to predict the coding and noncoding…
Cells surf through a microfluidic chip on fluid streamlines created by an oscillating plate
Scientists who study tissue engineering and test new drugs often need to sort, rotate, move,…
Hard coating extends the life of new ultrahigh-density storage device
Probe storage devices read and write data by making nanoscale marks on a surface through…
European particle physics refreshes long-term strategy
Some 500 particle physicists meeting in Krakow this week have been debating the long-term future…
Concussion awareness helps reduce long-term complications
Soccer, football, cheerleading, gymnastics and other sports run an increased risk of concussion because of…
Nanowires: The long and short of breaking
Mechanical failure of short nanowires is characterized by smooth, ductile deformations, while long nanowires fail…
Nanoparticles: Two-faced materials boost hydrogen production
Inexpensive hybrid metal and oxide nanostructures prove to be a catalyst that enhance sunlight-powered hydrogen…
Optomechanics: Swift light switching at the microscale
Faster signal storage and optical processing in nanomachined devices edge closer to realization, thanks to…
Detection and characterization of norovirus in outbreaks of gastroenteritis
Researchers conducted a study on norovirus (NoV) in lettuces. The virus causes outbreaks of Gastroenteritis…