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Writing Off Cancer With Chinese Calligraphy Ink

Chinese researchers have used ancient calligraphy ink in photothermal therapy to kill cancer cells.

Shining Light On The Behavior Of Ice In Space

Scientists in Japan have obtained a better understanding of interstellar ice by observing the behavior of non-crystallized ice exposed to ultraviolet light.

Powering The Future With Flexible And See-Through Solar Cells

Semitransparent and flexible solar cells are now a reality thanks to a fabrication method developed by scientists in Japan.

7 Must-Read Stories In September

Climate research, career advice and insights into the healthcare sector took center stage in the month of September.

TSUBAME Supercomputer Helps Find Chagas Disease Drugs

Scientists in Japan have used the TSUBAME supercomputer to discover potential therapeutic protein inhibitors for Chagas disease.

Treating Ovarian Cancer With An Anti-Parasite Drug

Ivermectin, a drug used to treat parasitic infections, has been found to be useful in the treatment of ovarian cancer.

India’s Shortcut To An Emission-Free Future

Scientists in Finland have projected that India can function on a fully renewable electricity system by 2050.

An Ultra-Fast And Highly Sensitive Hydrogen Sensor

Scientists in Korea have developed an ultra-fast and highly sensitive hydrogen gas sensor which can detect hydrogen levels under one percent in less than seven seconds.

Why Boredom Makes You Sleepy

In a collaborative study, researchers have found that a part of the brain that is associated with motivation and pleasure can also regulate sleep.