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App can diagnose rare genetic diseases from a child's face
When you're unwell, you can usually tell by looking at your face. It's usually not that simple when it comes to rare diseases.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 8, 2022


Why is it so hard for humans to have a baby?
Research suggests that “selfish chromosomes” explain why most human embryos die very early on before a mother even knows she is pregnant.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 8, 2022


Implants use smart materials to repair bone fractures
For patients with a broken shin bone, a new generation of smart orthopaedic implants is being developed that can monitor healing progression
Joseph Shavit
Jul 7, 2022


New AI-powered app could boost smartphone batteries by 30 per cent
It is hoped that EOptomizer will be adapted across the industry and help drive down carbon emissions, by making consumers’ goods last longer
Joseph Shavit
Jul 7, 2022


80% of Americans have poor cardiovascular health -- here's what we can do about it
About 80% of people in the U.S. have low to moderate cardiovascular health based on the AHA’s new Life’s Essential 8™ checklist.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 7, 2022


New technology hears better with skin than ears
The small, thin microphone demonstrates a wider auditory field than human ears, while it can be easily attachable to the skin.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 7, 2022


Asthmatics can breathe easier thanks to new breakthrough
Researchers have made an important discovery that could lead to more effective treatments for the world’s 262 million asthma sufferers.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 7, 2022


Audioflow app can remote monitor your urological health
Audioflow, performed almost as well as a specialist machine used in clinics, and achieves similar results to urology residents.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 6, 2022


New research shows how humans could regenerate damaged body parts
Researchers are challenging centuries-old beliefs about the fundamental science related to how mammals might regenerate damaged body parts.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 6, 2022


Neuroscientists discover the spark of creativity
Coming up with a creative idea requires us to draw on all our previous knowledge. But how does this happen in our mind and in our brain?
Joshua Shavit
Jul 6, 2022


Scientists hail party drug as new hope for treating depression
Ketamine, a well-known anesthetic used in smaller doses as a party drug, was hailed as a “new hope for depression” in a Time magazine story.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 6, 2022


Silencing your smartphone may actually be more distracting not less
Turning smartphones off, or setting them to silent to ease distractions or avoid addictive internet behaviors may backfire on some people.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 5, 2022


Floating in space might be fun, but it can be bone-crushing
The study followed astronauts over the last seven years to understand bone recovery after ‘long-duration' spaceflight.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 5, 2022


Team sports linked to fewer mental health difficulties for kids
Research on U.S. children and adolescents found that participation in a team sport is associated with fewer mental health difficulties.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 5, 2022


Bacteria for blastoff: Using microbes to make supercharged new rocket fuel
Researchers develop a totally new type of fuel that has projected energy density greater than the most advanced heavy-duty fuels used today.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 5, 2022


Up to 540,000 lives can be saved worldwide by targeting traffic speed
Research highlights the growing problem of road traffic injuries and lays out some opportunities for preventing injuries and saving lives.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 5, 2022


Carbon monoxide foam can reduce inflammation and stimulate tissue regeneration
Carbon monoxide, best known as a potentially deadly gas, has been shown to reduce inflammation and can help stimulate tissue regeneration.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 4, 2022


An engaging leadership style boosts employee engagement
Research shows that “engaging leadership” can boost employees’ engagement and enhance team effectiveness within the workplace.
Joshua Shavit
Jul 4, 2022


Robot nose can “smell” disease on your breath
Scientists are working on diagnostic techniques that could sniff out chemical compounds that act as fingerprints of thousands of diseases.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 4, 2022


Dissolving implantable device relieves pain without drugs
Northwestern University researchers have developed a small, soft, flexible implant that relieves pain on demand and without drugs.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 4, 2022
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