Robots could lend a helping hand
With a rapidly ageing population, the number of people with dementia and other age-related disabilities is expected to soar by 2050.
Robotics
Jun 4, 2013
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UN warns of jellyfish 'vicious circle' in Med
The United Nations on Thursday warned overfishing in the Mediterranean was boosting jellyfish, which reduce stocks further and it called for jellyfish to be used in food, medicine and cosmetics.
Ecology
May 30, 2013
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Changes in US population coming sooner than expected
(Phys.org) —A major cultural and geographic divide is emerging between Americans under age 35 and over 50, according to University of Michigan demographer William Frey.
Social Sciences
Mar 14, 2013
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American workers find less incentive to relocate
American workers—long unusually mobile—are increasingly staying put. There are a range of popular explanations for the slowdown in migration between states, including an aging population that is firmly entrenched and ...
Economics & Business
Mar 11, 2013
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'Couch potato' rowing chair energises tech fair
It looks like an ordinary black, comfy chair, perfect for a relaxing hour or two in front of the television.
Hi Tech & Innovation
Mar 5, 2013
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'Gently does it' drives you further in electric vehicles
Drivers of petrol and diesel cars are usually aware that driving at high speed, harsh acceleration and hard braking all contribute to lowering their fuel economy. Scientists can readily explain in terms of the thermodynamics ...
Energy & Green Tech
Dec 21, 2012
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US intelligence sees fight ahead over water, food
(AP)—Nearly two-thirds of the world's population will live in cities by 2030, with most people middle class, connected by technology, protected by advanced health care and the United States and China perhaps cooperating ...
Other
Dec 10, 2012
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Mongolia and the Altai Mountains: Origins of genetic blending between Europeans and Asians
A group of researchers led by the Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (UAB) has discovered the first scientific evidence of genetic blending between Europeans and Asians in the remains of ancient Scythian warriors living over ...
Archaeology
Nov 12, 2012
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Prehistoric human populations prospered before the agricultural boom
Researchers from China's Fudan University have found major prehistoric human population expansions may have begun before the Neolithic period, which probably led to the introduction of agriculture.
Archaeology
Oct 19, 2012
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'Smartware' clothing could signal impending epileptic seizures
Researchers and engineers at Northumbria University in the United Kingdom have developed intelligent self-repairing clothing and sensors that can emit warnings that an epileptic seizure is going to start.
Engineering
Sep 28, 2012
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