Two commercially available 3-D-printable resins, which are marketed as being biocompatible for use in dental applications, readily leach compounds into their surroundings. These compounds can induce severe toxicity in the ...
Materials Science
Jan 28, 2021
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The Milky Way houses 8,292 recently discovered stellar streams—all named Theia. But Theia 456 is special.
Astronomy
Jan 15, 2021
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A new Northwestern University-led study is unfolding the mystery of how RNA molecules fold themselves to fit inside cells and perform specific functions. The findings could potentially break down a barrier to understanding ...
Cell & Microbiology
Jan 15, 2021
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Northwestern researchers have developed a new microscopy method that allows scientists to see the building blocks of "smart" materials being formed at the nanoscale.
Materials Science
Dec 22, 2020
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Paper snowflakes, pop-up children's books and elaborate paper cards are of interest to more than just crafters. A team of Northwestern University engineers is using ideas taken from paper-folding practices to create a sophisticated ...
Nanomaterials
Dec 22, 2020
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178
Any Neapolitan ice cream lover knows three flavors are better than one. New research from Northwestern University has found that by studying all three "flavors" involved in a supernova, they've unlocked more clues as to how ...
General Physics
Dec 22, 2020
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56
Around 120 million years ago, the earth experienced an extreme environmental disruption that choked oxygen from its oceans.
Earth Sciences
Dec 21, 2020
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Although violent and unpredictable, stellar flares emitted by a planet's host star do not necessarily prevent life from forming, according to a new Northwestern University study.
Astronomy
Dec 21, 2020
19
768
Security officials are tasked with preventing criminals from smuggling dangerous materials into a country, and detecting nuclear substances has been difficult and costly. Now Northwestern University researchers have developed ...
Optics & Photonics
Dec 7, 2020
2
68
When humans have low iron levels, they tend to feel weak, fatigued and dizzy. This fatigue prevents patients with iron-deficient anemia from exercising or exerting themselves in order to conserve energy.
Environment
Nov 30, 2020
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