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Indulgent Grandparents Fuel Obesity In Chinese Kids

Overfeeding and protection from household chores are some ways grandparents are contributing to obesity in their grandkids.

Double Crosslinking For Super Strong Hydrogels

Researchers have developed a self-recovering hydrogel with high mechanical strength.

Intense Farming Drying Northern China’s Soil

Agricultural intensification—including increased fertilizer use—is responsible for China's drying soil, not climate change.

Crowd Computing Used To Improve Water Filtration

Using the IBM Community Grid, researchers have shown how tiny oscillations in carbon nanotubes can be exploited to filter water.

Gene For Better Rice Found

Scientists have found a gene that regulates rice quality, making it possible to breed high quality rice without a compromise in yield.

Could ‘Bee Soup’ Reading Save The Bees?

Mitochondrial genome sequencing has made it feasible to track wild bee populations over time, aiding conservation efforts.

Gene Editing Boosts The Efficiency Of Sperm Replacement Cells

Modifying the DNA methylation status of haploid stem cells has helped to improve the number of healthy mouse pups born.

NTU Signs Smart City MOU With Tsinghua & Fudan

The joint research programs will focus on making urban environments more livable for people of all ages.

Mouse Spinal Nerves Regrown After One Year

Inhibiting the proteins PTEN has helped mice regenerate corticospinal tract neurons even one year after injury.