Aquilaria rostrata forest tree species said to have become extinct after the last time it…
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Bending light with silicon nanoparticles
Researchers in Singapore are using “nanoantennae” to manipulate light beams. This may open the door…
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Stable environmentally friendly polymer coatings inhibit surface buildup of bacterial and marine organisms
An eco-friendly strategy to stop the collection of bacteria and marine organisms on objects immersed…
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On-the-spot diagnosis of certain cancers and other diseases is closer to becoming a reality thanks to a sensitive biosensor
A compact optical device that can rapidly and sensitively detect biomarkers in urine has been…
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Surface chemistry offers new approach to directing crystal formation in pharmaceutical industry
A study suggests the surface properties of the glass vessels in which pharmaceutical ingredients are…
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Children born prematurely are disadvantaged at school and into adulthood but delaying school entry may not be the answer
Children born before 34 weeks gestation have poorer reading and maths skills than those born…
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Low cost, 25 min TB-test could help reduce tuberculosis death rate among patients with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa
A low cost, easy to use, urine test to diagnose tuberculosis (TB) among patients with…
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Depression, high blood pressure, other chronic conditions may be common at MS diagnosis
People newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) may often have other chronic health conditions as…
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Five ways X-ray laser can change the way we live
If you’ve ever stood in a dark room wishing you had a flashlight, then you…
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Seeing the light: Army ants evolve to regain sight and more in return to surface
A study of army ants revealed that some species increased their brain size, including visual…