Great chocolate is complex mix of science, study finds
The science of what makes good chocolate has been revealed by researchers studying a 140-year-old mixing technique.
Materials Science
May 8, 2019
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University of Edinburgh
Air pollution levels could impact on heatwaves
Measures to reduce air pollution could affect the severity of heatwaves in coming decades, a study suggests.
Environment
May 6, 2019
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Early melting of winter snowfall advances the Arctic springtime
The early arrival of spring in parts of the Arctic is driven by winter snow melting sooner than in previous decades and by rising temperatures, research suggests.
Environment
Apr 25, 2019
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Spying on cells eating habits could aid cancer diagnosis
Scientists have developed a new imaging technology to visualise what cells eat, which could aid the diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as cancer.
Analytical Chemistry
Apr 8, 2019
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Smartphone test spots poisoned water risk to millions of lives
A smartphone device could help millions of people avoid drinking water contaminated by arsenic.
Analytical Chemistry
Mar 26, 2019
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Male fish can thank genes for colourful looks
Striking traits seen only in males of some species – such as colourful peacock feathers or butterfly wings – are partly explained by gene behaviour, research suggests.
Plants & Animals
Mar 22, 2019
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Ancient records prompt rethink of animal evolution timeline
Scientists are rethinking a major milestone in animal evolution, after gaining fresh insights into how life on Earth diversified millions of years ago.
Evolution
Mar 11, 2019
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Land use delays could hamper climate efforts
Global climate change targets are unlikely to be met because of delays in changes to land use, Edinburgh researchers say.
Environment
Feb 19, 2019
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Insight into protein formation could aid understanding of diseases
Scientists have shed light on a biological process that helps the production of healthy cells, which may aid understanding of neurological diseases and other conditions.
Cell & Microbiology
Feb 4, 2019
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Hens that lay human proteins in eggs offer future therapy hope
Chickens that are genetically modified to produce human proteins in their eggs can offer a cost-effective method of producing certain types of drugs, research suggests.
Biotechnology
Jan 28, 2019
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