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Bees Use Hidden Patterns In Flowers
Scientists have shown that bees can use polarisation patterns to identify flowers and improve foraging efficiency, but only if the flowers face downwards.
NUS & RAPS Launch Regulatory Certification Program
The Medical Devices Regulatory Affairs (MDRA) program is intended to prepare regulatory professionals to meet the expected high demand as the industry gains momentum.
Smelly Egg Gas Regulates Embryo Transport
Disruption of hydrogen sulphide signalling in pregnant mice leads to poor embryo transport to the uterus and may be the cause of ectopic pregnancies in humans.
Nanotwinning Hard And Stable Diamonds
By applying a nanotwinning process, scientists have synthesized a form of diamond that is harder and more thermally stable.
World’s Most Sensitive Thermometer Uses Light
The light-based thermometer exploits a phenomenon known as the "whispering gallery" effect to measure temperature with a precision of 30 billionths of a degree.
DNA Structure Aids Bacterial Survival
Scientists have found that bacterial DNA switches to a more compact form to survive under dry conditions.
Detecting Autism Before Kids Turn Two
Computer model takes Australia a step closer toward a molecular characterization of autism that promises early detection of the disorder.
Probiotics Prevents Liver Cirrhosis Complications
A clinical trial in Indian cirrhosis patients show that probiotics could help prevent the deterioration of brain function, a serious complication of late stage liver disease.
Getting Into The Mind Of The Consumer
Assistant Professor Hannah Chang of the SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business studies the science behind how consumers make decisions.
