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Your Eyes May Hold Clues To Stroke Risk
Photographing the retina may help detect which high blood pressure patients are more likely to have a stroke, according to a new study.
Spacecraft Can Now Use Pulsars To Navigate Their Way To Alpha Centauri
Scientists have devised a way for spacecraft to navigate themselves by using the small stars called pulsars.
Gene Involved In Cancer Affects Sperm’s Swimming Ability
A gene known to affect hormone action in breast and prostate cancer cells has been shown to have an impact on male fertility.
Water Filters Made From Plasma-Treated Carbon Nanotubes
Researchers have found that water purification membranes enhanced by plasma-treated carbon nanotubes are ideal for purifying briny water.
Gene That Links Obesity And Immunity Uncovered
Scientists from New Zealand and Australia have discovered a gene that links the immune system with obesity.
Dragonflies See Things Using On-Off Switches In Their Brains
Researchers have discovered a novel and complex visual circuit in a dragonfly's brain that could one day help to improve vision systems for robots.
Japanese Unis Dominate Shanghai Jiao Tong A-Pac Rankings
Japanese universities continue to dominate the Asia-Pacific region in the latest Academic Ranking of World Universities.
iPhone Device Detects Heart Rhythm Problems And Prevents Stroke
Researchers in Australia have developed an iPhone case and app that can be used to detect heart rhythm problems, thus preventing strokes.
21 ‘Signatures’ In 30 Common Cancers Revealed
A team of scientists has described the mutational processes that drive tumor development in 30 of the most common cancer types.
