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Capturing The Ultrafast Rotations Of Quantum-Sized Particles

Scientists have directly visualized quantum-like behavior in an ultrafast rotating system.

NTU Signs Smart City MOU With Tsinghua & Fudan

The joint research programs will focus on making urban environments more livable for people of all ages.

Artificial ‘Dog’s Nose’ To Sniff Out Disease

Using a specialized laser known as an optical frequency comb, researchers have developed a system to measure metabolic byproducts that might indicate disease.

Mouse Spinal Nerves Regrown After One Year

Inhibiting the proteins PTEN has helped mice regenerate corticospinal tract neurons even one year after injury.

Rapidly Detecting Drug-Resistant HepC

A nested PCR-based assay has been shown to rapidly and accurately detect drug-resistant strains of the hepatitis C virus.

A Self-Walking Actuator Inspired By Caterpillars

Scientists have designed an actuator that can form complex three-dimensional structures in response to differing levels of humidity.

Lasers Unveil The Shape Of Molecules

Scientists can now observe molecular orbitals in two dimensions using a technique that could shed light on ultrafast molecular dynamics.

Spin-Entangled Electrons Produced

Researchers have used quantum dots to create a device that can produce spin-entangled electrons, paving the way for future quantum teleportation.

HIV ‘Wakes Up’ Only Once A Week Under Treatment

Encouraging data on HIV reactivation suggests that remission can be achieved by reducing latent cell numbers by 50-70 fold instead of over 2,000 fold.