Dreams are stories and images that are created during a period of sleep. They can tell a convoluted story of anything which resembles deep-rooted fears to ambitious dreams. They are somewhat of an enigma to scientists as how they occur and what causes them is still an emerging field. Though a few people may not … Read more
Dreams are stories and images that are created during a period of sleep. They can tell a convoluted story of anything which resembles deep-rooted fears to ambitious dreams. They are somewhat of an enigma to scientists as how they occur and what causes them is still an emerging field. Though a few people may not … Read more
Plants feel pain too! Chemical engineers at MIT develop system to monitor when plants are distressed by embedding microscopic nanotubes into their leaves Chemical engineers tested a monitoring system for damaged plant cells They inject microscopic nanotubes into cells and measure hydrogen peroxide Plant cells release hydrogen peroxide as part of a natural damage response … Read more
Health experts say the new coronavirus is mutating at a slower rate than several other respiratory viruses, particularly the the flu. The virus has already mutated close to 10 times, leading many to fear that an even deadlier strain is around the corner. However, scientists say that the mutations don’t vary much from the virus … Read more
Researchers develop a new kind of plastic from cassava starch and wood pulp that is twice as strong and can be broken down in ocean water in as little as 30 days Scientists from Osaka University have developed a new biodegradable plastic They claim it’s twice as strong as conventional plastic made from polyethylene Made from … Read more
Bill Gates is spending billions of dollars building factories to develop a vaccine against coronavirus. The Microsoft co-founder and philanthropic billionaire said seven vaccine makers had secured funding but admitted that mountains of cash may be lost before a cure is found. He revealed the mammoth investment on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah after … Read more
Scientists at Newcastle University have developed a test that could detect when someone has contracted the coronavirus before they display symptoms. The test could provide a result in seconds by detecting an early marker in the human body released after the immune system is provoked by infection. Though one of these markers – called neopterin … Read more
British scientists develop ‘early warning’ home test that can detect the earliest signs of Covid-19 before any symptoms appear British scientists are developing test that could detect early signs of coronavirus Test could be delivered by post to house-confined Britons and taken at home Lead professor called new test a ‘belt and braces’ option that … Read more
Engineers at Formula 1 motor racing team McLaren have developed a respirator prototype to protect frontline NHS staff from COVID-19. It’s hoped that the personal respirator, which consists of a fabric hood connected to an air filter, could soon be used in UK hospitals. The device, developed in partnership with University of Southampton medical staff, … Read more
Scientists in Japan develop a new technique to reverse balding by transplanting a special kind of hair follicle cell into a patient’s scalp Scientists in Tokyo conducted a study on a new technique to reverse balding It involved taking cell samples from hair follicles in the back of the head The cells were processed and … Read more