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7 Must-Read Stories In August 2014
From instant noodles to indoor-grown vegetables, the moon's surprisingly warm core and the resignation of South Korea's only astronaut, here's a round up of August's coolest science news.
Needle-Free Vaccines Named WEF Technology Pioneer
Vaxxas has been recognized as a visionary technology company by the World Economic Forum for their needle-free vaccine technology.
Targeting Malaria’s Achilles’ Heel, Hemozoin
A waste product from the malaria parasite provides researchers with an elegant alternative to conventional diagnosis methods.
Breaking Benzene With Metal
Researchers have developed a method to break the highly stable bonds in aromatic compounds.
The Mixed Results Of India’s Total Sanitation Campaign
A study shows that campaign intervention improved sanitation facilities by 19 percent, but did not improve child health.
Making Driverless Cars A Reality
Singapore's A*STAR and LTA have set up a partnership to propel the development of automated vehicle systems within the country.
Gratitude Can Win You New Friends
Parents have long told their children to mind their Ps and Qs, and to remember to say thank you. Australian scientists have now uncovered why this could be important.
MERS Likely To Have Come From Camels
A study comparing the genomes of MERS coronaviruses isolated from humans and camels suggests the zoonotic origins of the disease.
Ear Acupuncture Might Ease Constipation
A systematic review suggests that auriculotherapy might be useful in managing the symptoms of chronic constipation.