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Technique combats widespread passion fruit disease
Passion fruit woodiness caused by cowpea aphid-borne mosaic virus (CABMV), the disease that most affects passion…
Japanese trees synchronize allergic pollen release over immense distances
Complaints of allergic rhinitis (hayfever) are common worldwide, affecting around 17 percent of the Japanese population…
San Antonio researchers seek to prevent aerospace failures and oil spills disasters
In 2014, Kazakhstan’s newest and largest oil field was slated to become a major contributor to…
Skin creams aren't what we thought they were
Anyone who has gone through the stress and discomfort of raw, irritated skin knows the relief…
Nanoparticles could someday give humans built-in night vision
Movies featuring heroes with superpowers, such as flight, X-ray vision or extraordinary strength, are all the…
Chipping away at how ice forms could keep windshields, power lines ice-free
How does ice form? Surprisingly, science hasn’t fully answered that question. Differences in ice formation on…
Unraveling the history and science behind ancient decorative metal threads
When it comes to historical fashion, nothing stands out more than an item woven with shiny…
Smartphone-based device for detecting norovirus, the 'cruise ship' microbe
Made infamous by outbreaks on cruise ships, norovirus can really ruin a vacation, causing severe vomiting,…
Peptide hydrogels could help heal traumatic brain injuries
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)—defined as a bump, blow or jolt to the head that disrupts normal…