Plant biologists have discovered the key element, an EPFL2 peptide that is responsible for creating…
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A new technique opens up advanced solar cells
Using a novel spectroscopic technique, scientists have made a much-needed breakthrough in cutting-edge photovoltaics.
Extreme preemies must watch blood sugars and weight
Extremely low birth weight babies are four times more likely to develop dysglycemia, or abnormal…
Renewable energy breakthrough: Solar-powered reaction 100 times faster
Researchers have developed a tough new catalyst that carries out a solar-powered reaction 100 times…
Decision-making tool may help doctors cut unnecessary antibiotic prescribing
Respiratory tract infections (RTI) with cough are the most common reason children are prescribed antibiotics…
Climate, air travel maps identify countries in Africa, Asia at greatest risk of Zika virus
Many countries across Africa and Asia-Pacific may be vulnerable to Zika virus outbreaks, with India,…
Cannabis reduces short-term motivation to work for money
Smoking the equivalent of a single ‘spliff’ of cannabis makes people less willing to work…
New virus gets official name, influenza D
A new influenza virus that affects cattle has an official name. influenza D. The executive…
Wounds from childhood bullying may persist into college years, study finds
Childhood bullying inflicts the same long-term psychological trauma on girls as severe physical or sexual…
Career advice for young allergy patients
Approximately one-third of apprentices in Germany are at elevated risk of occupational asthma, allergies, and…