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Catalyzing A Path Towards ‘Greener’ Plastics

Manganese dioxide crystals are ideal catalysts for synthesizing renewable polymers, say researchers from Japan.

Getting To The Root Of Airport Congestion

Japanese researchers have developed a simulation method that analyzes human behavior to identify key causes of airport congestion.

A Cheaper Way To Make Artificial Compound Eyes

Researchers in China have devised a low-cost method to manufacture artificial compound eyes.

Injecting Fresh Hope Into Spintronics

The ability to inject spin currents into semiconductor materials in a highly efficient manner brings spintronics within reach.

Takeda Completes Acquisition Of Shire

The acquisition of Shire allows Takeda to expand its R&D efforts in four therapeutic areas: oncology, gastroenterology, neuroscience and rare diseases.

Double Modulation Enhances Hologram Security

A holographic color print developed by scientists in Singapore could help ensure the authenticity of identity cards and money.

Termites Help Forests Weather Drought

Although widely regarded as pests, termites provide rainforests with important ecosystem services, study finds.

Turn Any Surface Into A Charger With Cuttable Coils (VIDEO)

An innovative coil design allows users to cut this wireless charger into any shape and mold it around curved surfaces.

Planetary-Scale Cloud Streaks Spotted On Venus

An infrared camera and supercomputer simulations have revealed planet-spanning cloud streaks over the surface of Venus.