Astronomers find cosmic beasts in close orbit
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Nonspecific microbicide blocks AIDS-like virus in monkeys
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Fish shrunk by overharvesting can regain their original size
A deep new image of the magnificent Helix planetary nebula has been obtained using the Wide Field Imager at ESO’s La Silla Observatory. The image shows a rich background of distant galaxies, usually not seen in other images of this object.
Bypassing a molecular breakdown that helps trigger autoimmunity could lead to new treatments for autoimmune disorders and chronic infections that sicken or kill thousands of children annually, according to researchers. Scientists have discovered genetic evidence that two distinct molecular pathways control the formation of regulatory T cells, a vitally important cell type in limiting undesirable [...]
Roses have long been a favorite of gardeners, but they often require a lot of work to thrive. And the emphasis on organics has more home gardeners concerned about the environment and reluctant to use pesticides. Researchers comparing several varieties of roses to determine which grow best with minimal care under certain conditions.
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Scientists have revealed that mutations in a gene called fused in sarcoma cause familial motor neuron disease. This is the second gene to be discovered from MND in the Shaw laboratory in just one year and is an important step towards understanding disease mechanisms.
Artificial light affects us in subtle ways. At its best, ambient lighting can relax, soothe or excite, but used poorly it can drain us of energy and disrupt sleep. What if lighting could adapt automatically to meet our individual needs? A new system uses information from biosensors worn by the occupants of a room or [...]
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Greek mathematics is considered one of the great intellectual achievements of antiquity. It has been decisive to the academic and cultural development of Western civilization. The three Roman authors Varro, Cicero and Vitruvius were all, in their own way, influenced by Greek knowledge and transferred it to Roman literature.
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To date, though, Virtual Reality devices have not been able to stimulate simultaneously all five senses with a high degree of realism. Scientists believe they have now been able to pinpoint the necessary expertise to make this possible, in a project called “Towards Real Virtuality.”
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