Cobalt and tungsten — the key to cheaper, cleaner hydrogen
(Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ)) Researchers at the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) and Rovira and Virgili University (URV, both in...
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VTT-originated Spectral Engines develops a portable drug screening device for police officers
Spectral Engines, a growth company that originated at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, is about to launch a portable drug screening device police patrols...
How flu shot manufacturing forces influenza to mutate
Credit: Wilson Lab LA JOLLA, Calif. - Oct. 30, 2017 - According to a new study from scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI), the...
Surprising monkey study: Bad times do not cause group members to change behavior
Researchers have observed an unexpected behavioral pattern in monkeys in Puerto Rico. As the population density in the group rises, the group as a whole...
Brain & Behavior Research Foundation awards 2017 Outstanding Achievement Prizes
The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation honored nine scientists with its 2017 Outstanding Achievement Prizes for their work in schizophrenia, mood disorders, child and adolescent...
Pitt and UPMC researchers collaborate to save more organs for transplants
Credit: Swanson School of Engineering PITTSBURGH (October 30, 2017) ... Each year, the United States suffers an extreme shortage of organ donations, with only a...
VIMS study may add to resource managers’ toolbox
Credit: © ChesMMAP/VIMS. A major study by researchers at William & Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science shows that many diverse species of Chesapeake Bay...
Smart artificial beta cells could lead to new diabetes treatment
Credit: (Gu Lab, UNC-NC State) CHAPEL HILL, NC - Treating type 1 diabetes and some cases of type 2 diabetes has long required painful and...
Funding of millions for TU Graz-lead projects from university owned funds
Credit: © TU Graz Since 2015, TU Graz has awarded special funding for multidisciplinary lead projects. By supporting such basic research projects, outstanding areas of...
Red Sea is warming faster than global average
Credit: Reproduced with permission from reference 1© 2017 Nature Publishing Group "The global rate of ocean warming has many consequences for life on this planet....
Cover crops provide bed and breakfast layover for migrating birds
Credit: Cassandra Wilcoxen URBANA, Ill. - After harvesting a corn or soybean crop, farmers may plant a cover crop for a variety of reasons--to reduce...
Nanoscale platform aims to control protein levels
Credit: Segatori Research Group/Rice University HOUSTON - (Oct. 30, 2017) - A nanoscale antibody first found in camels combined with a protein-degrading molecule is an...
Less fat, more hair and younger skin: Study shows benefits from calorie-restricted diet
Caloric restriction diets have been associated with various health benefits, but their effects on the skin have not been previously demonstrated. Research conducted at the...
Umbilical cord blood improves motor skills in some children with cerebral palsy
Credit: Shawn Rocco/Duke Health DURHAM, N.C. -- An infusion of cells from a child's own umbilical cord blood appears to improve brain connectivity and motor...
Building a sustainable future: Urgent action needed
We need to act urgently to increase the energy efficiency of our buildings as the world's emerging middle classes put increasing demands on our planet's...
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