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Controlling Fluids At The Nanoscale
Scientists have modeled a method of controlling the direction of fluid flow at the nanoscale without the use of mechanical pumps or electrodes.
Stronger Materials Based On Squid Suckers
Squid suckerins, proteins which form razor-sharp teeth in cephalopds, could be used to design new strong and malleable biomaterials.
Boosting Medical Education & Research In Timor-Leste
In order to meet the needs of the people in Timor-Leste, an increased investment in health, particularly evidence-based medicine, is greatly needed.
Lead Poisoning Linked To Behavioral Problems
A study of 1,341 preschoolers in China has shown that an average blood lead level as low as 6.4 μg/dL can result in behavioral problems.
Japanese Artists Used Nanometer-Thin Gold Leaf
X-ray fluorescence shows that ancient Japanese artists worked with delicate nanometer-thin gold leaf.
Newly Discovered Wasp Uses Dead Ants To Protect Nest
The 'Bone-house Wasp' uses the scent of dead ants to deter parasitic invaders, study shows.
Antivirals Reduce Liver Disease Risk
Two independent studies show that treating hepatitis B early with antiviral drugs can reduce the risk of developing liver disease.
Biocon’s Mazumdar-Shaw Awarded 2014 Global Economy Prize
Ms. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, founder of Indian biopharmaceutical Biocon, has been awared the 2014 Global Economy Prize at the Kiel Institute's 100th anniversary celebrations.
KAIST Researchers Invent Self-Powered Pacemaker
The self-powered heart pacemaker could reduce the need for repeated surgery to replace batteries.