A ‘go-to’ guide for the UK’s solar park community has been planned, allowing researchers to…
Month: August 2016
X-ray optics on a chip
Waveguides are widely used for filtering, confining, guiding, coupling or splitting beams of visible light….
Diabetes drug may also offer vascular protection
Obesity and type 2 diabetes are associated with vascular stiffening and the development of cardiovascular…
How cancer cells protect chromosomes from decay
Scientists have used CRISPR gene editing technology and live cell, single molecule microscopy to watch…
Innovative device simulates cataract replacement experience
A vision simulator works to help patients test artificial lens designs prior to implantation in…
Study highlights importance of regular lung cancer screenings for those at high risk
A new study has found patients who tested negative for lung cancer by a detailed…
Natural scale caterpillar soft robot is powered and controlled with light
Researchers, using the liquid crystal elastomer technology have demonstrated a bioinspired micro-robot capable of mimicking…
Venus-like exoplanet might have oxygen atmosphere, but not life
The distant planet GJ 1132b intrigued astronomers when it was discovered last year. Located just…
Female forensic scientists more stressed than males
Women may be at the forefront of the fast-growing forensic science field, but they’re also…
Flexitime works better for men than women, study finds
Flexitime and having autonomy over working hours — known as schedule control — impacts differently…