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New 'healing' prison in Ireland points to long history of progressive penal reform
Ireland has formally opened the new women’s wing of the Limerick prison. Click here…
Rancid food smells and tastes gross—AI tools may help scientists prevent that spoilage
Have you ever bitten into a nut or a piece of chocolate, expecting a smooth, rich…
Nanocarriers study shows antibodies against polyethylene glycol in 83% of the German population
It has long been known that people can form defenses and thus antibodies against viruses. But…
Wobbly gel mat trains muscle cells to work together
There’s no doubt that exercise does a body good, including strengthening and toning our muscles. But…
How cord-like aggregates of bacteria lead to tuberculosis infections
The ability of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), a serious respiratory infection, to form snake-like cords was first…
Sustainable cosmetics: Harnessing cyanobacteria for natural active ingredients
The cosmetics industry is turning towards natural alternatives to chemical agents used in products to pave…
Realizing vertical ultraviolet-B semiconductor laser diodes for high optical output
Ultraviolet (UV) rays are electromagnetic waves with wavelengths ranging from 100 to 380 nanometers (nm). These…
Researchers develop novel data representation for transcription factor-binding sequences
The diverse characteristics of the human body’s various cells are reflected in their gene expression patterns.…
Dinuclear ruthenium complex as a photocatalyst for selective CO2 reduction to CO
Similar to the process of photosynthesis in plants, the conversion and storage of solar energy into…