Water and carbon detected in a galaxy 13 billion light-years away provide a glimpse into how these elements impacted the development of the early universe. Image credit: ALMA (ESO/NAOJ/NRAO)/S. Dagnello (NRAO) In…
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Making cochlear implants safer with self-shaping polymers
A shape-shifting polymer allows scientists to create a safer implantable device that results in less trauma upon insertion. Cochlear implants are small, electronic devices that help people who are deaf or hard-of-hearing…
New EU satellites to track global carbon emissions
A new constellation of satellites promises to be a “game changer” in monitoring anthropogenic emissions on a global scale. Image credit: Space X Unsplash As leaders, scientists, and activists gather in Glasgow…
New breast cancer vaccine enters phase I clinical trial
A new vaccine aims to prevent one of the most aggressive forms of breast cancer. A first-of-its-kind breast cancer vaccine has just entered clinical trials. The phase I study will aim to…
Brain implant helps a blind woman see simple shapes for the first time
A microelectrode array no bigger than a penny gives hope to restoring sight in blind people. Image credit: John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah 58-year-old Berna Gómez has…
A DNA robot that walks on the surface of cells
DNA robots built to transverse fluidic cell membranes and control cell function for future regenerative and cell-based therapies. Cervical cancer cells. Image credit: National Cancer Institute The field of molecular robotics has…
Breath-based biosensor monitors antibiotic concentrations in the body
To help combat antibiotic resistance, scientists have developed a biosensor for more efficient and controlled administration of antibiotics. Image credit: Patrick Seeger/University of Freiburg Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are on the rise with new…
Holograms that can interact with the real world
Researchers create a holographic system which users can freely and physically touch without the need for any intermediary devices. Image credit: Ravinder Dahiya et al. Life-like holograms were once a dream in…
Accessing forbidden colors using “twisted” nanoparticles
Scientists have found a way to reveal forbidden colors of light through a new physical effect. Image credit: Ventsislav Valev and Lukas Ohnoutek What makes a musical instrument’s sound unique? Why does…
Perpetual loneliness linked to a lack of trust
Loneliness has been linked to detrimental and sometimes deadly health effects, and so researchers are seeking a biological answer to help prevent and treat it. Image adapted from PoseMuse on Pixabay The…