Violent helium reaction on white dwarf surface triggers supernova explosion

Astronomers have found solid evidence about what triggered a star to explode, which will contribute to…

Novel PET tracer identifies most bacterial infections

Medical scientists have developed a novel imaging agent that could be used to identify most bacterial…

Understanding how gastric bypass works: Finding drug targets for obesity and diabetes

Medical researchers have made a technological advancement toward accelerating the discovery of drug targets for obesity,…

Fingerprints lack scientific basis for legal certainty

A new report on the quality of latent fingerprint analysis says that courtroom testimony and reports…

New ‘molecular trap’ cleans more radioactive waste from nuclear fuel rods

A new method for capturing radioactive waste from nuclear power plants is cheaper and more effective…

‘Khamisiyah Plume’ linked to brain and memory effects in Gulf War vets

Gulf War veterans with low-level exposure to chemical weapons show lasting adverse effects on brain structure…

Athletes and health aficionados: The lupine protein beverage

With its intensive colors and many blossoms, the lupine looks like an ornamental plant. Yet, the…

Machinery that repairs itself

Scientists are developing maintenance technology capable of forecasting machine downtimes in production before they occur. This…

Safety assistance system warns of dirty bombs

The threat of terrorism has been on the rise in recent years, with experts and politicians…

Spray drying: Perfect dosing thanks to drug capsules

Instant coffee and powdered milk are produced by spray drying. Researchers have adapted this technique to…