Scientists hoodwinked by touch-me-not plants for decades
Growing in the heart of the world's deepest valley are two plants that have fooled scientists for decades.
Plants & Animals
Mar 13, 2023
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Ethnic minority parents want customized advice, research shows
Over the last decade, parents have become increasingly aware of the importance of a child's physical and mental development in their early years. As a result, there has been a significant rise in parents' demand for evidence-based ...
Social Sciences
Mar 6, 2023
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Why are polders an important part of China's water heritage?
As a civilization originating from rivers, China possesses one of the world's largest water resources and has a long history of water management. It is particularly the case in the Yangtze River Delta, where many rivers and ...
Earth Sciences
Feb 27, 2023
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Researchers propose a more effective method to predict floods
More people are vulnerable to the effects of flooding than ever before due to changes in climate, land use, infrastructure and population growth in recent decades. It is, therefore, crucial to accurately predict flood frequency ...
Earth Sciences
Jan 9, 2023
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New 3D-printing ink could make cultured meat more cost-effective
Cultured meat (also known as cell-based or lab-grown meat) is a promising, more environmentally friendly alternative to meat produced from traditional livestock farming. However, production costs are still high and need to ...
Biotechnology
Dec 15, 2022
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Nanoparticles can improve stroke recovery by enhancing brain stimulation, study shows
In a recent study, researchers from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and other universities in China have reported that brain stimulation combined with a nose spray containing nanoparticles can improve recovery after ischemic ...
Bio & Medicine
Sep 28, 2022
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Scientists identify 'bottleneck' in drug delivery pathways in stem cells
Our bodies have evolved formidable barriers to protect themselves against foreign substances—from our skin, to our cells and every component within the cells, each part of our bodies has protective layers. These defenses, ...
Bio & Medicine
Jul 22, 2022
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Action needed to avoid mass extinction, say global team of experts
"Biodiversity loss is one of our biggest environmental challenges in the world, probably more important than climate change. The problem of climate change can be corrected by stopping the emission of more carbon dioxide into ...
Ecology
Jul 18, 2022
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Is organic farming always good for the environment? Researchers create strategy to help decide
Ensuring sufficient global food production and supply using sustainable methods is one of the most significant challenges we face this century.
Ecology
Jul 13, 2022
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Researchers use bacteria to enhance concrete resistance
Concrete, with its low cost, good compressive strength, and manufacturing convenience, is one of the most widely used materials in construction. However, with accelerating urbanization, natural aggregates for mixing with ...
Biotechnology
May 24, 2022
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