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Charge In Two Minutes, Use 6,000 Times

Scientists have developed a nanotube-based battery that can be charged for 6,000 cycles, extending its lifetime to twenty years.

Memory Research Aided By Technique For Tracking Protein Age

The ability to track how old a protein is could lead to a better understanding of processes such as learning and memory.

Spotting Objects In Space With Raven

Astronomers have developed an instrument to enhance space images from telescopes.

Luye Acquires Jialin for US$600 Million

Luye Pharma strengthens its position in China's cardiovascular drug market with the US$600 million acquisition of Beijing Jialin Pharmaceutical.

ALS and the Ice Bucket Challenge: A Primer

The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has raised over US$100 million in donations so far. But what is the Ice Bucket Challenge, and what is ALS?

High Friction? Change The Direction Your Crystal Faces

Tweaking the orientation of crystal coatings could be a new way to tune frictional properties, scientists say.

Challenges Ahead For China’s Research Funding Landscape

Although the greater transparency on China's R&D spending is welcome, the figures reveal a shortfall in applied research funding.

Blowing The Lid Off Food Safety In China

China needs to move beyond whistleblowers to tackle the issue of food safety, writes Sacha Cody.

Targeted Estrogen Could Curb Binge Eating

Estrogen linked to GLP-1 has been shown to inhibit binge eating in mice by boosting serotonin production.