It sometimes can be hard to find toothpastes, soaps and other toiletries without antibiotics. Their popularity has caused an increase in environmental levels of antimicrobial substances, such as triclocarban (TCC), which ...
Materials Science
Apr 11, 2018
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If you've enjoyed some spicy food lately, you might have a bird to thank.
Ecology
Feb 28, 2018
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On the steep farming slopes of China, Bozhi Wu and his research associates are finding ways to improve economic and environmental stability.
Environment
Sep 13, 2017
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We're all here because of mutations. Random changes in genes are what creates variety in a species, and this is what allows it to adapt to new environments and eventually evolve into completely new species. But most random ...
Biotechnology
Jan 10, 2017
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While merrily chirping, dancing and posing for selfies, a robot named Pepper looks like another expensive toy at a San Francisco mall. But don't dismiss it as mere child's play.
Robotics
Dec 29, 2016
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A shiny new cohort joined the workforce in Taiwan Thursday—a troop of mini robots all going by the name "Pepper", enlisted to entertain customers and give them the hard sell.
Robotics
Oct 6, 2016
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His diction is still a little odd, and his movements sometimes a bit hesitant, but Pepper the robot is all geared up to help patients at two Belgian hospitals.
Robotics
Jun 13, 2016
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Researchers from the University of Liverpool have identified and dated the genetic mutation that gave rise to the black form of the peppered moth, which spread rapidly during Britain's industrial revolution.
Biotechnology
Jun 1, 2016
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Fresh-cut peppers are handy for snacking and in reducing meal-preparation time for consumers. But sometimes that freshness is short-lived.
Other
Jan 4, 2016
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A humanoid robot name Pepper designed as an upbeat companion made its European debut on Tuesday helping shoppers with wine, and more, in a major shop in France.
Robotics
Oct 21, 2015
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