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Influenza Virus Breaks Through Protective Mucus Net During Infection

Researchers have shown how influenza A viruses snip through a protective mucus net to both infect respiratory cells and later cut their way out to infect other cells.

Vascular Changes In Neck Could Play Role In Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers have found a link between hemodynamic abnormality in the brain and a higher frequency of white matter changes in patients with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s.

Chinese Scientists Unravel Genome Of Desert Poplar

Researchers in China have unraveled the whole genome sequence of desert poplar and the genetic bases underlying its adaptation to salt stress.

Hydrogen Bonds Visualized For First Time

Chinese scientists have visualized hydrogen bonds through modified non-contact atomic force microscopy (AFM) for the first time.

China Launches Chang’e-3 Lunar Probe

China has launched its Chang'e-3 lunar probe mission which will land on the moon and deploy China's first ever moon rover.

Caffeine Linked To Improved Blood Flow

The caffeine in a cup of coffee might help your small blood vessels work better, according to a study presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2013.

Global Study Shows Cancer Patients Lack Access To Pain Medicines

A global study reveals a pandemic of intolerable pain affecting billions, caused by over-regulation of pain medicines.

Study Investigates Cause Of High Traffic Fatalities In Malaysia

A study of drivers in Malaysia and the UK showed that Malaysian drivers have much slower reaction times and required a higher threshold of danger before taking action.

Singapore’s Second Satellite Blasts Off Into Space

Singapore's second satellite, built by Nanyang Technological University students, blasted off to space on board Russia’s RS-20B rocket.