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Supernovae Confirmed As Major Lithium Producers

The lithium in our smart phones may have come from the explosion of novae.

Potent Dengue Neutralizing Antibody Found

An unusual antibody that can bind across three DENV-3 surface proteins could help treat dengue infections.

An Alternative Path To Restore Sight

The visual processing system is more adaptable than previously thought, and an MRI study may have identified the region of the brain responsible.

Heating Up The Debate On Electric Fans

Contrary to current medical advice, electric fans can help the elderly cope with extreme heat, study says.

TLR9: Two Rings To Bind Them?

The structure of TLR9 could lead to the design of new drugs targeting this important immune receptor.

KARI To Launch Two Satellites With Arianespace

The two space and Earth environmental monitoring satellites will be launched in 2018 and 2019.

Vietnamese Mathematician Wins Elsevier Foundation Award

The winners of the 2015 Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early Career Women Scientists in the Developing World include Vietnam's Dr. Dang Thi Oanh.

Spheres Are Not The Only Shape

The ability to form non-spherical particles could have many useful applications in food processing, cosmetics and drug delivery.

Pumping Iron Could Ward Off Dementia

Fitness buffs rejoice! Your weight training could also help prevent dementia later in life.