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The Molecular Mechanisms Of Thyroid Disease

Blocking VEGF-A or its receptor could help prevent the remodelling of the thyroid gland associated with thyroid disease, scientists say.

Training Turtles With Parasitic Robots

Researchers can control the movements of a turtle through a parasitic robot mounted on its carapace.

What Happens When Birds Of A Feather Poop Together?

A new study shows that even a small amount of bird poop is enough to produce noticeable changes in the nutrient conditions of the water.

How Moderate Stress Could Prevent Parkinson’s Disease

Researchers have identified a drug candidate that can prevent the death of dopaminergic neurons, a hallmark of Parkinson’s disease.

Deleting Enzymes Takes The Edge Off Septic Shock

Inhibiting IPMK enzymes could help dampen the overexuberant immune response during sepsis, a leading cause of death from infections.

Tears Can Tell If You Have Gout

Researchers in South Korea have developed a non-invasive technique that could help diagnose gout using the molecules of a teardrop.

Giving Robots A Sense Of Touch

Researchers in South Korea have used silicon and carbon nanotubes to make tactile sensors that could serve as robot skin.

KAIST Nanosatellite Launched On Trip To The International Space Station

The nanosatellite called LINK is one of the 28 satellites aboard the Atlas V booster en route to the International Space Station.

2-In-1 Solar Charger Both Captures And Stores Energy

This integrated solar charger is fully charged after just two minutes in sunlight and can be used to power devices like mobile phones.