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Turning Emissions Into Electricity
Carbon dioxide could become a potent energy source thanks to technology developed by researchers in South Korea and the US.
How Protein ‘Entanglement’ Leads To Brain Diseases
These findings suggest that preventing protein entanglement could be one way to treat neurodegenerative diseases caused by polyglutamine proteins.
Sound Turns Surfaces Into Touchscreens (VIDEO)
Scientists in South Korea have devised a method to use sound to locate touch on a surface, which could allow any surface to function as a touchscreen.
7 Must-Read Stories In December 2018
From diagnosing disease to exploring the far side of the moon, these were the seven most popular stories in December 2018.
Parasite Eyes Inspire Ultrathin Camera
Researchers in South Korea have engineered an ultrathin digital camera based on the eye structure of Xenos peckii, a type of wasp parasite.
3D Printing Helps Batteries Break The Mold
By replacing lithium ions with zinc ions and relying on 3D printing, researchers can now fabricate rechargeable batteries in a range of shapes and sizes.
Gene Defect Found To Trigger Lupus Symptoms
Mutations in the Ets1 gene result in the expansion of immune cells that facilitate the production of autoantibodies, according to research by South Korean scientists.
‘Bubble Coat’ Reduces Drag On Underwater Objects
Using a coat of compressed air, researchers in South Korea have managed to significantly reduce drag forces on a moving body in water.
Programming Silk For Wearable Electronics
Scientists have used calcium ions to modify silk fibroins, creating a reusable, biocompatible adhesive for electronic and pharmaceutical applications.
