Scientists have used first-principles computer simulations to explain why small platinum nanoparticles are less effective…
Month: August 2015
Close to the point of more efficient chips
More efficient chips based on plasmonics are a step closer to reality through better control…
Turning sewage sludge into concrete
Dried sewage sludge could be an alternative cement material for concrete, researchers have found.
Using DNA origami to build nanodevices of the future
Scientists have developed a method, using a double layer of lipids, which facilitates the assembly…
Medicinal marijuana: Patients battle stigma and misunderstanding
New research examines the experiences of California residents who have been prescribed medical marijuana and…
Philistines introduced sycamore, cumin and opium poppy into Israel during the Iron Age
A new study describes the bio-archaeological remains of the Philistine culture in Israel during the…
Staying safe in sandy beaches
Beach sand contains all kinds of microorganisms, including those that can harm human health. Yet…
DNA ‘clews’ used to shuttle CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool into cells
Researchers have for the first time created and used a nanoscale vehicle made of DNA…
Important steps toward developing a blood test to catch pancreatic cancer early
Pancreatic cancer is the fourth most common cause of cancer-related death in the United States…
New embryo image processing technology could assist in IVF implantation success rates
Biologists and engineers have developed a new non-invasive image processing technique to visualize embryo formation….