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Beefing Up IVF Success

Scientists in Japan have used live-cell imaging to identify bovine IVF embryos without chromosomal abnormalities and increase the success of cow pregnancies.

Windows That Can Halve Noise Pollution

Scientists in Singapore have created a noise-canceling device that halves noise pollution even when the windows are left wide open.

Indian Engineering Student Saves Diabetic Passenger On Flight

Thanks to the quick thinking of IITK engineering student Karttikeya Mangalam aboard a flight from Geneva to New Delhi, a diabetic passenger’s life was saved.

Cracking The Mystery Of Fossil-Preserving Rocks

Rather than forming over millions of years, spherical rock formations known as concretions can form in just a matter of months, researchers say.

How Plants Brace Themselves Against Infection

Scientists have discovered that plants create a special brace to ensure accurate detachment of flowers and leaves, covering the ‘wound’ left behind with cutin.

Neutralizing Antibody Shields Mice From Zika Virus

A single injection of a human neutralizing antibody is enough to protect developing mouse embryos against Zika virus infection and microcephaly, researchers say.

This Smart Chip Needs No Batteries

Engineers in Singapore have invented a smart microchip that can self-start and maintain operations when its battery runs out.

Climate Change Might Bring More Rains To Indonesia

Small changes to individual plants such as the closing of their stomata can have an impact on global rainfall patterns, scientists say.

Philippine Senator Moves To Commend Scientists On 2018 AS100 List

Senator Leila de Lima is asking the Philippine senate to give due distinction and support to Filipino academicians, scientists, researchers and inventors.