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3D Printed Seaweed For Medical Implants

Seaweed-derived gels could be a new source of biocompatible material for medical implants that also has a positive impact on the environment.

Quantum Cryptography Made Efficient With Lasers

Scientists have found a more efficient quantum cryptography protocol that does not require eavesdropping monitoring.

A*STAR & LION To Develop New Anti-Microbial Products

LION Corporation seeks to leverage IMRE's multipurpose polymer technology for new consumer products.

The Surprising Way DHA Reaches The Brain

Scientists have found that the protein Mfsd2a transports DHA across the blood-brain barrier in the unexpected form of lysophosphatidylcholine.

How Many Visitors Can A Koala Bear?

The koala bear's low energy diet may make it particularly sensitive to stress from visitor noise and handling.

Mouse Hearts Undergo Pre-Teen Growth Spurt

If replicated in humans, the finding that heart cells have the capacity to divide long after birth could lead to regenerative treatments for heart disease.

Six Gene Loci Linked To Colorectal Cancer In East Asians

A large genome-wide association study (GWAS) in the East Asian population has identified six genetic loci linked to higher risk of colorectal cancer.

Fast Growing Bornean Trees Important For Carbon Cycling

Rainforests in Borneo produce 50 percent more wood biomass than comparable forests in the Amazon, scientists say.

NeoStem & CBMG Embark On Phase II Trial For Liver Cancer

The Phase II trial for patients with late stage liver cancer will examine the effectiveness of a dendritic cell-based therapy.