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Lotus Transcriptome Sequenced
A transcriptome analysis of the lotus could facilitate future functional genomics studies on the ancient plant.
Ants Have Human-Like Color Vision
Understanding how ants process trichromatic color vision with their limited brains could help scientists develop autonomous robots.
Defect-Free Topological Insulator Developed
A method to grow high quality thin films of topological insulators could have the way for next-generation low-power electronics.
GHIT Fund Deepens Support For Schistosomiasis & Leishmaniasis
An additional US$11 million has been committed to developing diagnostics and drugs for neglected tropical diseases.
Computers Make Three Minute Stroke Diagnosis
Computer-assisted stroke diagnosis could provide time-strapped doctors with a reliable second opinion.
Confirmation Of Tropospheric Hotspot Supports Global Warming
A new and improved dataset has confirmed the trophospheric hotspot, adding to the growing evidence of global warming.
Two In Three Deaths Go Unreported
80 percent of the world's population does not have reliable cause of death statistics, but mobile technology improve the situation, scientists say.
Small Non-Coding RNAs Can Cross The Placenta, Scientists Say
Researchers claim that small exogenous RNAs from plants eaten by a mother can cross the placenta and affect fetal development.
Diabetes Screening In India Predicted To Be Ineffective
Large-scale diabetes screening would be hampered by a high false positive rate if glucometer-based screening tools are used, according to simulations.