Archive: 04/20/2007
Scientists design new super-hard material
Ultra-hard materials are used for everything from drills that bore for oil and build new roads to scratch-resistant coatings for precision instruments and the face of your watch.
Nanotechnology / Nanomaterials
Apr 20, 2007 |
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Stretching DNA to the Limit: DNA damage in a new light
It has long been known that UV light can damage DNA, reducing its ability to replicate and interact with proteins, and often resulting in the development of skin cancers. However, not much is known about how the elasticity ...
Nanotechnology / Bio & Medicine
Apr 20, 2007 |
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Robot created to treat ailing hearts
U.S. scientists have created a robotic device that can be inserted onto a heart using minimally invasive surgery to deliver medical treatment.
Medicine & Health / Medical research
Apr 20, 2007 |
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Eating less salt could prevent cardiovascular disease
People who significantly cut back on the amount of salt in their diet could reduce their chances of developing cardiovascular disease by a quarter, according to a report in British Medical Journal today.
Apr 20, 2007 |
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