australia
For Memory, Bigger Is Better
Joel Pearson examines the science of memory, and how it relates to brain size.
Superabsorbing Light With Quantum Dots
Quantum technology inspired by algae could aid the development of 'super-absorbers' for energy storage.
Copper Nanowires Made Into Flexible Conductors
A drop of PVA converts oxidation-prone copper nanowires into a robust and flexible conductive material.
Replicating Photosynthesis For Sustainable Fuels
The discovery of a protein that can mimic photosynthesis could lead to a cheaper and safer way of manufacturing hydrogen fuel.
Abalone Could Treat Herpes Virus Infections
A serendipitous observation led to the discovery that hemocyanins in abalone blood could treat herpes simplex infections.
Passport Staff Miss One In Seven Fake IDs
A study showing that one out of every seven passport checks fails questions the use of photo IDs to secure borders.
Newly Characterized Cells Could Treat Sepsis
Instead of antibiotics, doctors could use the patient's own immune cells to treat deadly sepsis in the future.
Defective Immune System Causes IBS Pain
A study shows that pain experienced by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients is linked to the defective production of opioid chemicals by immune cells.
Soft Tissue X-Ray Could Help Cystic Fibrosis Patients
A new X-ray system that allows the imaging of soft tissue could be used to non-invasively track the effectiveness of treatments for cystic fibrosis.
