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Darwin’s Nautical Library Goes Virtual
The library on board the Beagle, housed in the same cabin where Darwin spent five years, provides an insight into the works which influenced and informed the famous naturalist.
A New Measure Of Biodiversity
The CANAPE model unites genetic and spatial information, providing a more comprehensive understanding of biodiversity.
Behind North Korea’s Hospital Curtain
North Korea has a relatively low child mortality rate, but basic health infrastructure is lacking and demand for medical services is high.
Perovskite Solar Cells Made Stable
By sidestepping the hole-transportation layer, scientists have developed a cheaper and more stable perovskite-based solar cell.
TB Diagnosis: Rollout Strategy As Important As New Tests
A study shows that improving the doctor referral network could have just as much impact on TB as implementing expensive new testing.
pH Switch Helps EV71 Invade Cells
Changes in pH as the EV71 virus is internalized trigger viral uncoating via the SCARB2 protein, study shows.
Acupuncture Can Treat Hot Flashes
A review of more than 100 studies shows that menopausal women may benefit from acupuncture to treat hot flashes.
Rainbow Fish Takes On Challenger Deep
China's Rainbow Fish submersible has been designed to reach depths of 11,000 m, allowing it to explore the deepest known part of the ocean, Challenger Deep.
Cosmic Ray Hotspot Found
The Telescope Array group has identified a hotspot in the Northern hemisphere where super high energy cosmic rays seem to be clustered.
