Tracking debris in the Earth‘s orbit with centimeter precision using efficient laser technology

Uncontrollable flying objects in orbit are a massive risk for modern space travel, and, due to…

Mitigating the unpleasant scent of adhesives

It is a known fact that adhesives may smell unpleasant. However, as researchers have recently discovered,…

Using elastomer films to generate electricity

Water is still the most important source of renewable energy in Bavaria, Germany, accounting for some…

Largest twin study pins nearly 80% of schizophrenia risk on heritability

In the largest study of twins in schizophrenia research to date, researchers have estimated that as…

Key component of respiratory center identified

Star-shaped cells called astrocytes are much more than simple support cells in the brain. In a…

Lake water mixing: The might of the microorganism?

Can microorganisms cause lake water to be mixed? The answer given by previous studies is no,…

Beer brands popular among youth violate code with youth-appealing ads

Alcohol brands popular among underage drinkers are more likely to air television advertisements that violate the…

‘Squirtable’ elastic surgical glue seals wounds in 60 seconds

A highly elastic and adhesive surgical glue that quickly seals wounds without the need for common…

Completing the drug design jigsaw

A powerful new way of analysing how drugs interact with molecules in the body could aid…

Newborns with congenital heart disease show signs of brain impairment even before cardiac surgery

Using a novel imaging technique, researchers demonstrate for the first time that the brains of high-risk…