Scientists working on biological design should focus on the idiosyncrasies of biological systems over optimization, according to new research.
Biotechnology
Jan 19, 2024
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105
New research has revealed that more ice leaves Antarctica by melting from the underside of submerged ice shelves than was previously thought, accounting for as much as 90 per cent of ice loss in some areas.
Earth Sciences
Sep 15, 2013
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A new study has shown milk was used by the first farmers from Central Europe in the early Neolithic era around 7,400 years ago, advancing humans' ability to gain sustenance from milk and establishing the early foundations ...
Archaeology
Oct 18, 2022
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434
Scientists at the University of Bristol have discovered that body size is more important than body shape in determining the energy economy of swimming for aquatic animals.
Evolution
Apr 28, 2022
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510
Theropod dinosaurs, a group which includes such famous species as Tyrannosaurus rex and Velociraptor, are often regarded as carnivorous and predatory animals, using their sharp teeth and claws to capture and dispatch prey. ...
Archaeology
May 6, 2014
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2
An international research group led by scientists from the University of Bristol and the Universities of Glasgow (UK) and Sun Yat-sen and Fudan in China, have demonstrated integrated arrays of emitters of so call 'optical ...
Quantum Physics
Oct 18, 2012
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A system that allows users to experience multi-point haptic feedback above an interactive surface without having to touch or hold any device will be unveiled this week [Friday 11 October] at one of the world's most important ...
Hi Tech & Innovation
Oct 7, 2013
5
0
Researchers at the University of Bristol have discovered new insights into previously hidden parts of the earth's carbon cycle. The team found that carbon recycling extends into the deep mantle by plate subduction, but is ...
Earth Sciences
Jan 8, 2016
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A study into how animals secretly communicate has led to the discovery of a new way to create a polarizer - an optical device widely used in cameras, DVD players and sunglasses.
Materials Science
Feb 17, 2016
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1586
Research led by the University of Bristol has uncovered evidence that early farmers were adapting to climate change 8,200 years ago.
Archaeology
Aug 13, 2018
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