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Silver Nanoparticles Make For Surprisingly Stretchy Conductors
Researchers have developed a printable elastic conductor that can retain high conductivity even when stretched up to five times its original length.
How Beneficial Gut Bacteria Thrive On Breastmilk
Different strains of beneficial gut bacteria have evolved independent mechanisms to make the most of the sugars found in breastmilk.
Starfish Study Supported By Crowdfunding
In the first ever crowdfunded study in Japan, researchers have made non-destructive observations the fleshy brittle star.
Successfully Steering The Smallest Swimmers
By switching between two modes of swimming, these nanoparticles can move through water without getting knocked off course.
How Plants Use Tails To Distinguish Friend And Foe
Foreign RNA lacks the tell-tale tail, marking it for destruction by the plant immune system.
Nature Index: Japan’s R&D Performance Strong But Declining
Although still one of the world's elite in R&D, Japan might risk losing its spot if it can't resolve the downward trend in research productivity, report says.
Asians With Type 2 Diabetes At Greater Risk Of Cancer
Researchers have found that type 2 diabetes is linked with a 26 percent increase in the risk of death from cancer in Asians.
Fast-Setting Hydrogel Helps Re-Attach Rabbit Retinas (VIDEO)
Scientists have developed a quick-setting hydrogel that could replace vitreous and other soft tissues.
Where Did The Whale On Pluto Come From?
Researchers reveal that the whale-shaped reddish region along Pluto's equator is likely to have been caused by the same impact that gave rise to Charon.
