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Why Massive Galaxies Don’t Dance In Crowds

Contrary to previous research, the spin rate of galaxies is actually determined by mass instead of their interactions with neighboring galaxies.

A Slippery Solution To A Sticky Problem

By infusing porous surfaces with slippery liquids, researchers have developed a way to prevent mussel adhesion, a key contributor to marine biofouling of ship hulls.

Selenium Makes Insulin Last Longer

By replacing sulfur with selenium, scientists have developed a long-lasting synthetic insulin analog that could be used for treating diabetes.

Magnets Turn Viruses Into Bacteria-Killers

A team of international scientists has used phage-enhanced nanoparticles to kill bacteria that pollute water treatment systems.

Chimps Can Play Rock-Paper-Scissors

Using the rock-paper-scissors game, scientists in Japan and China have shown that chimpanzees can learn simple circular relationships.

Ancient Damselfly Trapped In Amber Named After Sir David Attenborough

A new species of damselfly was named after Sir David Attenborough, adding to the long list of animals bearing the name of famous naturalist.

Mosquito-Borne Infectious Diseases: Crafting An Asian Solution

Asian countries have made progress on tackling mosquito-borne disease but are now at a critical juncture, says Dr. Benjamin Rolfe, CEO of the Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance.

Nanospray Prolongs Shelf Life Of Produce

This nanospray coating method can make strawberries and tangerines last more than a month.

Outpacing Disruption With Open Innovation

The Intellectual Property Intermediary (IPI) Singapore provides a suite of resources for local enterprises to access global innovation.