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Acupuncture Could Help Treat Septic Shock

A study in mice showed that acupuncture may also protect against deadly bacterial infections.

AstraZeneca, Shenzhen Uni To Study Chronic Kidney Disease

AstraZeneca and Shenzhen University Health Science Center will conduct pre-clinical research on chronic kidney disease, a large and growing unmet medical need in China.

Fluorescent Sensor To Expose Date Rape Drug

Find out in just 30 seconds whether your drink has been spiked with a newly developed fluorescent sensor.

Targeting The Achilles Heel Of Cancer Cells

By targeting proteins only expressed in cancer cells and reducing drug toxicity, scientists hope to be able to fight cancer better.

Futuristic Wearable Medical Device Has Nanosensors For Drug Release

Scientists are closer to realizing the goal of wearable medical devices with the demonstration of a multifunctional nanomaterial-based system.

Nature Publishing Index 2013: China To Overtake Japan In 1-2 Years

Japan remains the juggernaut in the Nature Publishing Index 2013 Asia Pacific.

Quantum Cryptography Protocol To Beef Up Cybersecurity

Quantum technology could make fundamental contributions in enhancing the security of web communications, researchers say.

Takeda Receives NDA Approval For Gastric Ulcer And Hypertension Drugs

Takeda's two new fixed dose combination drugs, TAKELDA® and Zacras®, receive approval from the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare.

Solar Cell By Day, Light Panel By Night

Scientists at NTU have developed a cheaper solar panel that could also double up as a display screen.