Scientists have developed a socially assistive robot called Tega designed to serve as a one-on-one…
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Breast cancer: ROBO1 helps cells put up stiff resistance
A protein called ROBO1 may delay the progression of breast cancer, according to a new…
Novel nano biosensor developed for rapid detection of flu virus
A novel nano biosensor for rapid detection of flu and other viruses has been developed…
Could wearable technology give ‘super powers’ to humans?
More than just a fad, wearable technology (WT) can change the way we work and…
Neanderthals diet: 80% meat, 20% vegetables
Scientists have studied the Neanderthals’ diet. Based on the isotope composition in the collagen from…
Sedentary behavior increases with age even in active children
Sedentary behaviour increases in children between the ages of nine and 12 – even if…
More than bugs: Spiders also like an occasional vegetarian meal
Spiders are known to be the classic example of insectivorous predators. Zoologists have now been…
Inventory of moths
The rain forests in the mountains of the tropical Andes are amongst the most biodiverse…
New fuel cell design powered by graphene-wrapped nanocrystals
A new materials recipe has been developed for a battery-like hydrogen fuel cell that shields…
Rapid response for inflammation control in songbirds’ brains could lead to therapies in humans
A biological process in the brains of zebra finches shows that the songbirds respond quickly…